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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Carnforth is to bus via Underpass which costs £30 - £50 and takes 8h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Carnforth is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Carnforth station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Police Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Carnforth via Birmingham New Street and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Bristol to Carnforth?

The distance between Bristol and Carnforth is 221 miles. The road distance is 217.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Carnforth without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 45m and costs £90 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Bristol to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Carnforth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bristol to Carnforth train from?

Bristol to Carnforth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Bristol to Carnforth is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 45m and costs £90 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 7h 36m.

Where does the Bristol to Carnforth bus arrive?

Bristol to Carnforth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Bristol to Carnforth train arrive?

Bristol to Carnforth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Carnforth is 218 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Bristol to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1687+ hotels available in Carnforth.

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Lancastertrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 45m
£91–147
Bus via Underpass
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Underpassbus Uk030
8h 13m
£31–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
7h 36m
£48–113
Drive 216.6 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Carnforthcar 216.6 mi
3h 33m
£53–76
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
5h 9m
£116–174

Bristol to Carnforth by train

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Distance: 219.2 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Carnforth via Birmingham New Street and Lancaster in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Police Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 7h 36m.

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