What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Carnforth?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Carnforth is to drive which costs £65 - £100 and takes 4h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Carnforth?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Carnforth is to drive which takes 4h 59m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Carnforth station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Police Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Carnforth via Wolverhampton and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Carnforth?

The distance between Bournemouth and Carnforth is 305 miles. The road distance is 278 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth to Carnforth without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Carnforth without a car is to train via Wolverhampton which takes 6h 31m and costs £60 - £400.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to Carnforth?

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Bournemouth to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Carnforth bus from?

Bournemouth to Carnforth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Carnforth train from?

Bournemouth to Carnforth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Carnforth is to train via Wolverhampton which takes 6h 31m and costs £60 - £400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 10h 47m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Carnforth bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Carnforth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Carnforth train arrive?

Bournemouth to Carnforth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wolverhampton station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Carnforth is 278 miles. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Bournemouth to Carnforth.

How do I get a train ticket from Bournemouth to Carnforth?

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1574+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Bournemouth to Carnforth - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Bournemouth to Carnforth by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Wolverhampton
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Wolverhamptontrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Lancastertrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 31m
£60–395
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Underpassbus Uk030
9h 41m
£41–210
Drive 276.4 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Carnforthcar 276.4 mi
4h 59m
£68–99
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforthtrain
5h 7m
£84–218
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
6h 53m
£46–416
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
10h 47m
£57–147
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforthtrain
6h 26m
£76–284
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Lancastertrain
6h 42m
£107–311

Bournemouth to Carnforth by train

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Distance: 303.2 mi
Duration: 6h 31m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Carnforth, England?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Carnforth via Wolverhampton and Lancaster in around 6h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Police Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 47m.

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