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

The cheapest way to get from Carnforth to Perth is to bus which costs £29 - £55 and takes 6h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carnforth to Perth is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Carnforth and Perth?

No, there is no direct train from Carnforth to Perth. However, there are services departing from Carnforth and arriving at Perth via Lancaster and Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Carnforth to Perth?

The distance between Carnforth and Perth is 240 miles. The road distance is 196.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carnforth to Perth without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 4h 17m and costs £30 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Carnforth to Perth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carnforth to Perth train from?

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

Train or bus from Carnforth to Perth?

The best way to get from Carnforth to Perth is to train via Glasgow which takes 4h 17m and costs £30 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Carnforth to Perth train arrive?

Carnforth to Perth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Carnforth to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Carnforth to Perth is 197 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Carnforth to Perth.

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

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Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 518+ hotels available in Perth.

Carnforth to Perth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Carnforth to Perth by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Glasgow CentralLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to PerthGlasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
4h 17m
£34–94
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Buchanan Bus Station181
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk093
6h 52m
£30–54
Drive 195.4 mi
1. Drive from Carnforth to Perth195.4 mi
3h 21m
£49–71
Train
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to PerthEdinburgh - Perth / ...
5h 16m
£44–181
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Carnforth to CarlisleLancaster - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to PerthLondon Euston - Inverness
7h 46m
£77–102

Carnforth to Perth by train and foot

194Weekly Services

4h 17mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 238.3 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Carnforth, England and Perth, Scotland?

You can take a train from Carnforth to Perth via Lancaster, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Queen Street in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carnforth to Bus Station via Lancaster, Bus Station Night Std, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 52m.

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