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How to get fromChester to Carnforthby train, bus or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Chester to Carnforth by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, line 55 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Chester to Warrington Bank Quaytrain train
    2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Lancastertrain train
    3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Police Stationbus bus 49 / ...
    2h 18m
    £26–49
  2. Drive 80 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Chester to Carnforthcar car 80 mi
    1h 28m
    £20–29
  3. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Hood streetbus bus 1 / ...
    2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain train
    3. Take the train from Preston to Carnforthtrain train
    4h 45m
    £25–48

Chester to Carnforth by train, foot, and bus

Calendar195Weekly Services
Duration2h 18mAverage Duration
Ticket£26Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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

There is no direct connection from Chester to Carnforth. However, you can take the train to Warrington Bank Quay, take the train to Lancaster, walk to Bus Station, then take the line 49 bus to Police Station. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Carnforth via Hood street, Liverpool Lime Street, and Preston in around 4h 45m.

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