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

The cheapest way to get from Carnforth to Leicester is to train and line 8 bus and bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 46m.

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 48m 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 Lancaster and Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Carnforth to Leicester?

The distance between Carnforth and Leicester is 158 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 which takes 3h 43m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m 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 Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.

Where does the Carnforth to Leicester train arrive?

Carnforth to Leicester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Nuneaton station.

Can I drive from Carnforth to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Carnforth to Leicester is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m 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 1003+ 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
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Nuneatontrain Glasgow Central - Milton Keynes Central
2. Take the train from Nuneaton to Leicestertrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
3h 43m
£56–98
Train, line 8 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Boltontrain
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 8
3. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus
6h 46m
£30–53
Drive 149.4 mi
1. Drive from Carnforth to Leicestercar 149.4 mi
2h 48m
£38–54
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Leicestertrain
3h 48m
£67–126

Carnforth to Leicester by train

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3h 43mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carnforth to Leicester.

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Distance: 156.8 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a train from Carnforth to Leicester via Lancaster and Nuneaton in around 3h 43m.

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