What is the cheapest way to get from Carnforth to Kirkby Stephen?

The cheapest way to get from Carnforth to Kirkby Stephen is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Carnforth to Kirkby Stephen?

The fastest way to get from Carnforth to Kirkby Stephen is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Carnforth and Kirkby Stephen?

No, there is no direct bus from Carnforth station to Kirkby Stephen. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Pennine Hotel via Blackhall Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Carnforth to Kirkby Stephen?

The distance between Carnforth and Kirkby Stephen is 65 miles. The road distance is 35.5 miles.

How do I travel from Carnforth to Kirkby Stephen without a car?

The best way to get from Carnforth to Kirkby Stephen without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £16 - £24.

How long does it take to get from Carnforth to Kirkby Stephen?

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Carnforth to Kirkby Stephen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carnforth to Kirkby Stephen bus from?

Carnforth to Kirkby Stephen bus services, operated by Kirkby Lonsdale Coaches, depart from Railway Station.

Train or bus from Carnforth to Kirkby Stephen?

The best way to get from Carnforth to Kirkby Stephen is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £16 - £24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Carnforth to Kirkby Stephen bus arrive?

Carnforth to Kirkby Stephen bus services, operated by Kirkby Lonsdale Coaches, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Carnforth to Kirkby Stephen?

Yes, the driving distance between Carnforth to Kirkby Stephen is 36 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Carnforth to Kirkby Stephen.

Where can I stay near Kirkby Stephen?

There are 562+ hotels available in Kirkby Stephen.

Carnforth to Kirkby Stephen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Carnforth to Kirkby Stephen 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 Carnforth to HellifieldMorecambe - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Hellifield to Kirkby StephenSheffield - Carlisle / ...
2h 40m
£16–23
Drive 35.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carnforth to Kirkby Stephen35.3 mi
41 min
£9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Station552
2. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to Pennine HotelS5
3h 14m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carnforth to Kirkby Stephen35.3 mi
41 min
£75–90
Bus via Post Office
1. Take the bus from Station to Post OfficeS1
2. Take the bus from Post Office to Pennine HotelS4
3h 24m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 64.3 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Carnforth, England and Kirkby Stephen, England?

You can take a train from Carnforth to Kirkby Stephen via Hellifield and Kirkby Stephen in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station to Pennine Hotel via Bus Station and Blackhall Road in around 3h 14m.

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