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

The cheapest way to get from Carnforth to Taunton is to bus which costs £50 - £100 and takes 9h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carnforth to Taunton is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Carnforth and Taunton?

No, there is no direct train from Carnforth to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Carnforth and arriving at Taunton via Lancaster and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Carnforth to Taunton?

The distance between Carnforth and Taunton is 265 miles. The road distance is 258.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carnforth to Taunton without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 23m and costs £45 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Carnforth to Taunton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carnforth to Taunton train from?

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

Train or bus from Carnforth to Taunton?

The best way to get from Carnforth to Taunton is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 23m and costs £45 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £100 and takes 9h 35m.

Where does the Carnforth to Taunton train arrive?

Carnforth to Taunton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Carnforth to Taunton?

Yes, the driving distance between Carnforth to Taunton is 259 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Carnforth to Taunton.

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

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Where can I stay near Taunton?

There are 737+ hotels available in Taunton.

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

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Birmingham New StreetGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to TauntonEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 23m
£48–236
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Birmingham Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to County Hall106
9h 35m
£51–96
Drive 257.3 mi
1. Drive from Carnforth to Taunton257.3 mi
4h 8m
£64–93
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)MAN - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Taunton
5h 13m
£104–314
Train
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newport (S Wales)
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Taunton
7h 35m
£79–144

Carnforth to Taunton by train

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6h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 263.7 mi
Duration: 6h 23m

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

You can take a train from Carnforth to Taunton via Lancaster and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carnforth to County Hall via Lancaster, Bus Station Night Std, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 35m.

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