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

The cheapest way to get from Carnforth to Leicester is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carnforth to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Carnforth and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Carnforth to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Carnforth and arriving at Leicester via Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Carnforth to Leicester?

The distance between Carnforth and Leicester is 167 miles. The road distance is 150.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carnforth to Leicester without a car is to train via Sheffield which takes 3h 49m and costs £30 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Carnforth to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carnforth to Leicester train from?

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

Where does the Carnforth to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carnforth to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Carnforth to Leicester is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Carnforth to Leicester.

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 957+ hotels available in Leicester.

Carnforth to Leicester - 4 ways to travel via train, line 8 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train via Sheffield
best
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Leicester
3h 49m
£31–114
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 Shudehill Interchange to St Margaret's Bus Station
6h 46m
Drive 149.4 mi
1. Drive from Carnforth to Leicester149.4 mi
2h 47m
£38–54
Train
1. Take the train from Lancaster to CreweGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to NuneatonStockport - London Euston / ...
4h 5m
£45–112

Carnforth to Leicester by train

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3h 49mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 165.7 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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

You can take a train from Carnforth to Leicester via Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield in around 3h 49m.

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