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

The cheapest way to get from Carnforth to Southport is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carnforth to Southport is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct train between Carnforth and Southport?

No, there is no direct train from Carnforth to Southport. However, there are services departing from Carnforth and arriving at Southport via Lancaster and Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Carnforth to Southport?

The distance between Carnforth and Southport is 45 miles. The road distance is 46.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carnforth to Southport without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 30m and costs £17 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Carnforth to Southport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carnforth to Southport train from?

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

Where does the Carnforth to Southport train arrive?

Carnforth to Southport train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Carnforth to Southport?

Yes, the driving distance between Carnforth to Southport is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Carnforth to Southport.

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

Book your Carnforth to Southport train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Southport?

There are 1816+ hotels available in Southport.

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

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

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Carnforth to PrestonBarrow-in-Furness - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Wellington StreetX2
1h 30m
£17–20
Drive 45.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carnforth to Southport45.9 mi
1h 1m
£12–17
Train
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Wigan North WesternGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to SouthportManchester Oxford Road - Southport / ...
1h 59m
£25–43
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carnforth to Southport45.9 mi
1h 1m
£95–120

Carnforth to Southport by train and bus

95Weekly Services

1h 30mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 44.9 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

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

You can take a train from Carnforth to Southport via Lancaster, Wigan North Western, and Wigan Wallgate in around 1h 59m.

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