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

The cheapest way to get from Carnforth to Bristol is to bus which costs £19 - £55 and takes 7h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carnforth to Bristol is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Carnforth and Bristol?

No, there is no direct train from Carnforth to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Carnforth and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Carnforth to Bristol?

The distance between Carnforth and Bristol is 230 miles. The road distance is 217.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carnforth to Bristol without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £40 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Carnforth to Bristol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carnforth to Bristol train from?

Carnforth to Bristol train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carnforth station.

Train or bus from Carnforth to Bristol?

The best way to get from Carnforth to Bristol is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £40 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £55 and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Carnforth to Bristol train arrive?

Carnforth to Bristol train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Carnforth to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Carnforth to Bristol is 218 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Carnforth to Bristol.

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

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Where can I stay near Bristol?

There are 2415+ hotels available in Bristol.

Carnforth to Bristol - 5 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Carnforth to Bristol 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
best
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Manchester PiccadillyBarrow-in-Furness - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Temple MeadsManchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
5h 21m
£40–174
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Manchester Central Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus StationUk071
7h 17m
£20–54
Train, line 8 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Bolton
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Shudehill Interchange8
3. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Station
7h
Drive 216.4 mi
1. Drive from Carnforth to Bristol216.4 mi
3h 30m
£54–79
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Birmingham New StreetGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple MeadsManchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
5h 21m
£34–156

Carnforth to Bristol by train

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Distance: 228.9 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

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

You can take a train from Carnforth to Bristol Temple Meads via Manchester Piccadilly in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carnforth to Bus Station via Lancaster, Bus Station Night Std, Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, and Shudehill Interchange in around 7h 17m.

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