What is the cheapest way to get from Carnforth to Rydal Water?

The cheapest way to get from Carnforth to Rydal Water is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 40 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Carnforth to Rydal Water?

The fastest way to get from Carnforth to Rydal Water is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £7 - £11.

How far is it from Carnforth to Rydal Water?

The distance between Carnforth and Rydal Water is 43 miles. The road distance is 30 miles.

How do I travel from Carnforth to Rydal Water without a car?

The best way to get from Carnforth to Rydal Water without a car is to train and taxi which takes 1h 53m and costs £30 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Carnforth to Rydal Water?

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Carnforth to Rydal Water, including transfers.

Can I drive from Carnforth to Rydal Water?

Yes, the driving distance between Carnforth to Rydal Water is 30 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Carnforth to Rydal Water.

Where can I stay near Rydal Water?

There are 3722+ hotels available in Rydal Water.

Carnforth to Rydal Water - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Oxenholme Lake District
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Windermere
3. Take the taxi from Windermere to Rydal Water
1h 53m
£33–54
Drive 29.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carnforth to Rydal Water29.8 mi
40 min
£8–11
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Morrisons552
2. Take the taxi from Morrisons to Rydal Water
2h
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carnforth to Rydal Water29.8 mi
40 min
£60–80

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carnforth to Rydal Water.

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Distance: 42.6 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

What companies run services between Carnforth, England and Rydal Water, England?

There is no direct connection from Carnforth to Rydal Water. However, you can take the train to Lancaster, take the train to Oxenholme Lake District, take the train to Windermere, then take the taxi to Rydal Water. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Morrisons then take the taxi to Rydal Water.

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