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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Carnforth is to bus which costs £40 - £95 and takes 10h 49m.

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 43m and costs £120 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Carnforth station. However, there are services departing from Dover and arriving at Police Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 49m.

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 43m.

How far is it from Dover to Carnforth?

The distance between Dover and Carnforth is 314 miles. The road distance is 329.2 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 43m and costs £120 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Dover to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Carnforth bus from?

Dover to Carnforth bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, depart from Dover station.

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 43m and costs £120 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 10h 49m.

Where does the Dover to Carnforth bus arrive?

Dover to Carnforth bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, arrive at Birmingham station.

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 23m 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 1122+ 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 Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Lancastertrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 43m
£120–219
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dover to Birminghambus Michalovce
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
10h 49m
£43–94
Drive 327.3 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Carnforthcar 327.3 mi
5h 23m
£82–118
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforthtrain
6h 33m
£128–359
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadillytrain
4. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain
8h
£160–279
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforthtrain
7h 20m
£160–340
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lancastertrain
7h 3m
£177–413
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Lancastertrain
8h 14m
£153–468
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Lancastertrain
7h 29m
£184–418

Dover to Carnforth by train and foot

120Weekly Services

4h 43mAverage Duration

£120Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dover to Carnforth.

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Distance: 312.3 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

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 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dover to Police Station via Birmingham, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 49m.

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