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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Carnforth is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Carnforth is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Carnforth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle and arriving at Carnforth. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Carnforth?

The distance between Carlisle and Carnforth is 75 miles. The road distance is 61.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Carnforth without a car is to train via Lancaster which takes 1h 24m and costs £13 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Carlisle to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Carnforth train from?

Carlisle to Carnforth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Carnforth is to train via Lancaster which takes 1h 24m and costs £13 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £29 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Carlisle to Carnforth train arrive?

Carlisle to Carnforth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lancaster station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Carnforth is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Carlisle to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1579+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Carlisle to Carnforth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Carlisle to Carnforth by train, bus, or car

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

Train via Lancaster
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to LancasterGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
1h 24m
£13–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Night Std181 / ...
2h 30m
£24–28
Drive 61.4 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Carnforth61.4 mi
1h 4m
£16–23
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to CarnforthCarlisle - Lancaster / ...
3h 34m
£17–22

Carlisle to Carnforth by train

200Weekly Trains

1h 24mAverage Duration

£13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 74.9 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Lancaster hourly. Tickets cost £9–35 and the journey takes 51 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Night Std twice daily. Tickets cost £19–23 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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