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

The cheapest way to get from Carnforth to Preston is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carnforth to Preston is to train which takes 25 min and costs £15 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Carnforth and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Carnforth to Preston. However, there are services departing from War Memorial and arriving at Gt Georges Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Carnforth and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carnforth and arriving at Preston. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Carnforth to Preston?

The distance between Carnforth and Preston is 27 miles. The road distance is 28.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carnforth to Preston without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs £15 - £17.

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

The train from Carnforth to Preston takes 25 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Carnforth to Preston bus from?

Carnforth to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from War Memorial station.

Where do I catch the Carnforth to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Carnforth to Preston?

The best way to get from Carnforth to Preston is to train which takes 25 min and costs £15 - £17. Alternatively, you can line 55 bus and line 41 bus, which costs £8 - £16 and takes 2h 19m.

Where does the Carnforth to Preston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carnforth to Preston train arrive?

Carnforth to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Carnforth to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Carnforth to Preston is 29 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Carnforth to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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Carnforth to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 55 bus, and line 41 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carnforth to PrestonBarrow-in-Furness - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
25 min
£15–17
Drive 28.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carnforth to Preston28.4 mi
32 min
£7–10
Line 55 bus, line 41 bus
1. Take the bus from War Memorial to Bus Station49 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Gt Georges Street40C / ...
2h 19m
£9–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carnforth to Preston28.4 mi
32 min
£65–80

Carnforth to Preston by train

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Distance: 27 mi
Duration: 25 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carnforth to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £15–17 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from War Memorial to Gt Georges Street via Bus Station in around 2h 19m.

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