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

The cheapest way to get from Carnforth to Chester is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carnforth to Chester is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Carnforth and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Carnforth to Chester. However, there are services departing from New Street and arriving at Railway Approach via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Carnforth and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Carnforth to Chester. However, there are services departing from Carnforth and arriving at Chester via Lancaster and Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Carnforth to Chester?

The distance between Carnforth and Chester is 72 miles. The road distance is 80.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carnforth to Chester without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £24 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Carnforth to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carnforth to Chester bus from?

Carnforth to Chester bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Carnforth to Chester train from?

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

Train or bus from Carnforth to Chester?

The best way to get from Carnforth to Chester is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £24 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Carnforth to Chester bus arrive?

Carnforth to Chester bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Carnforth to Chester train arrive?

Carnforth to Chester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Carnforth to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Carnforth to Chester is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Carnforth to Chester.

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

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Where can I stay near Chester?

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There are 3 ways to get from Carnforth to Chester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Chestertrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
2h 4m
£24–41
Drive 80 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carnforth to Chestercar 80 mi
1h 29m
£20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 41 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Approachbus 2A
5h 30m
£28–48

Carnforth to Chester by train

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Distance: 71.7 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

You can take a train from Carnforth to Chester via Lancaster and Warrington Bank Quay in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from New Street to Chester via Bus Station, Bus Station, Railway Approach, Ormskirk, and Liverpool Central Loop Line in around 5h 30m.

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