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

The cheapest way to get from Cartmel to Preston is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cartmel to Preston is to train which takes 49 min and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Cartmel and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Cartmel to Preston. However, there are services departing from Grange-over-Sands and arriving at Preston via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Cartmel to Preston?

The distance between Cartmel and Preston is 39 miles. The road distance is 47.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cartmel to Preston without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs £30 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 49 min to get from Cartmel to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cartmel to Preston train from?

Cartmel to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Grange-over-Sands station.

Where does the Cartmel to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cartmel to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cartmel to Preston is 47 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Cartmel to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2307+ hotels available in Preston.

Cartmel to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 530 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grange-over-Sands to Prestontrain Barrow-in-Furness - Preston / ...
49 min
£30–43
Drive 47 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cartmel to Prestoncar 47 mi
55 min
£12–17
Line 530 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Quaker Meeting House to Bus Stationbus 530
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2h 6m
£17–30
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cartmel to Prestontaxi 47 mi
55 min
£200–250

Cartmel to Preston by bus and train

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Distance: 38.7 mi
Duration: 49 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Grange-over-Sands to Preston every 2 hours. Tickets cost £12–22 and the journey takes 44 min.

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