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

The cheapest way to get from Carnforth to Penrith is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carnforth to Penrith is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Carnforth and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Carnforth station to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Police Station and arriving at Booth's Supermarket via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Carnforth and Penrith?

No, there is no direct train from Carnforth to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Carnforth and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Carnforth to Penrith?

The distance between Carnforth and Penrith is 58 miles. The road distance is 43.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carnforth to Penrith without a car is to train which takes 1h and costs £16 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h to get from Carnforth to Penrith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carnforth to Penrith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carnforth to Penrith train from?

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

Train or bus from Carnforth to Penrith?

The best way to get from Carnforth to Penrith is to train which takes 1h and costs £16 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 555 bus and bus, which costs and takes 3h 21m.

Where does the Carnforth to Penrith bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carnforth to Penrith train arrive?

Carnforth to Penrith train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.

Can I drive from Carnforth to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Carnforth to Penrith is 43 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Carnforth to Penrith.

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

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Carnforth to Penrith - 4 ways to travel via train, line 555 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
1h
£17–50
Drive 43.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carnforth to Penrithcar 43.1 mi
44 min
£11–16
Line 555 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Police Station to Bus Stationbus 555
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Booth's Supermarketbus 106
3h 21m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carnforth to Penrithtaxi 43.1 mi
44 min
£90–110

Carnforth to Penrith by train

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Distance: 57.2 mi
Duration: 1h

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Lancaster to Penrith North Lakes hourly. Tickets cost £12–45 and the journey takes 33 min. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Police Station to Booth's Supermarket via Bus Station in around 3h 21m.

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