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

The cheapest way to get from Carnforth to Loughborough is to bus which costs £19 - £30 and takes 7h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carnforth to Loughborough is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Carnforth and Loughborough?

No, there is no direct train from Carnforth to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Carnforth and arriving at Loughborough (Leics) via Manchester Oxford Road and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Carnforth to Loughborough?

The distance between Carnforth and Loughborough is 154 miles. The road distance is 142.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carnforth to Loughborough without a car is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs £28 - £120.

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

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

Where do I catch the Carnforth to Loughborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Carnforth to Loughborough?

The best way to get from Carnforth to Loughborough is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs £28 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £30 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Carnforth to Loughborough train arrive?

Carnforth to Loughborough train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Carnforth to Loughborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Carnforth to Loughborough is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Carnforth to Loughborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Loughborough?

There are 1831+ hotels available in Loughborough.

Carnforth to Loughborough - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Manchester Oxford Road
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Sheffield
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Loughborough (Leics)
4h 4m
£28–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Manchester Central Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Greyfriar GateUk079
7h 14m
£20–30
Drive 141.4 mi
1. Drive from Carnforth to Loughborough141.4 mi
2h 26m
£36–51
Train, line 1 bus
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham
3. Take the bus from Nottingham station to Aumberry Gap1
4h 58m

Carnforth to Loughborough by train

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4h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 153.2 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a train from Carnforth to Loughborough (Leics) via Manchester Oxford Road and Sheffield in around 4h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carnforth to Beacon Bingo via Lancaster, Bus Station Night Std, Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, Shudehill Interchange, Greyfriar Gate, and Broad Marsh Bus Station in around 7h 14m.

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