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 £23 - £60 and takes 8h 20m.

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 16m.

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 16m and costs £50 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m 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 16m and costs £50 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £60 and takes 8h 20m.

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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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 TauntonSheffield - Plymouth / ...
6h 16m
£55–225
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Manchester Central Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Blackbrook BP Garage
8h 20m
£24–56
Drive 257.3 mi
1. Drive from Carnforth to Taunton257.3 mi
4h 8m
£65–93
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 11m
£98–381
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
£74–149

Carnforth to Taunton by train

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6h 16mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 263.7 mi
Duration: 6h 16m

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 16m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carnforth to Blackbrook BP Garage via Lancaster, Bus Station Night Std, Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 8h 20m.

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