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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Carnforth is to bus and train which costs £29 - £40 and takes 10h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Carnforth is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £120 - £250.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Carnforth via London Euston and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Dover to Carnforth?

The distance between Dover and Carnforth is 314 miles. The road distance is 329.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £120 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Dover to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Carnforth train from?

Dover to Carnforth train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Dover to Carnforth is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £120 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 10h 17m.

Where does the Dover to Carnforth train arrive?

Dover to Carnforth train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Dover to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Carnforth is 329 miles. It takes approximately 5h 19m to drive from Dover to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1579+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Dover to Carnforth - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Dover to Carnforth by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras IntlRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to LancasterLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 50m
£122–249
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dover to BradfordMichalovce
2. Take the train from Bingley to CarnforthLeeds - Morecambe / ...
10h 50m
£30–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal to London Victoria814 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Station540 / ...
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Std181
10h 17m
£31–74
Drive 327.4 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Carnforth327.4 mi
5h 19m
£82–119
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intl
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforth
6h 44m
£96–319
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lancaster
6h 58m
£133–458
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intl
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Lancaster
8h 20m
£105–369
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Lancaster
7h 37m
£129–408
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforth
7h 28m
£124–321

Dover to Carnforth by train and foot

127Weekly Services

4h 50mAverage Duration

£122Cheapest Price

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Distance: 312.3 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Carnforth via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Lancaster in around 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal to Carnforth via London Victoria, Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station Night Std, and Lancaster in around 10h 17m.

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