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

The cheapest way to get from Burnley to Carnforth is to drive which costs £11 - £18 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnley to Carnforth is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £11 - £18.

Is there a direct train between Burnley and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Burnley to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Burnley Manchester Road and arriving at Carnforth via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Burnley to Carnforth?

The distance between Burnley and Carnforth is 50 miles. The road distance is 47.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnley to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £18 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Burnley to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burnley to Carnforth train from?

Burnley to Carnforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burnley Manchester Road station.

Train or bus from Burnley to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Burnley to Carnforth is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 152 bus, which costs and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Burnley to Carnforth train arrive?

Burnley to Carnforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Burnley to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnley to Carnforth is 48 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Burnley to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1581+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Burnley to Carnforth - 5 ways to travel via train, line 152 bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Burnley to Carnforth by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Burnley Manchester Road to PrestonYork - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to CarnforthManchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
2h 2m
£19–30
Drive 47.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Burnley to Carnforth47.4 mi
52 min
£12–18
Line 152 bus
1. Take the bus from St James Street to Arrival Stand152
2h 44m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Burnley to Carnforth47.4 mi
52 min
£100–120
Train via Burnley Central
1. Take the train from Burnley Central to PrestonColne - Preston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to CarnforthManchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
2h 25m
£19–30

Burnley to Carnforth by train

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2h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 50 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

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

You can take a train from Burnley Manchester Road to Carnforth via Preston in around 2h 2m. Alternatively, The Blackburn Bus Company operates a bus from St James Street to Arrival Stand every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 31m.

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