What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Carnforth?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Carnforth is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Carnforth?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Carnforth is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at Carnforth via Haymarket and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Carnforth?

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Carnforth is 182 miles. The road distance is 158.1 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Carnforth without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £23 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Carnforth?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Carnforth train from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Carnforth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Haymarket station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Carnforth is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £23 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Carnforth train arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Carnforth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Lancaster station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Carnforth is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Carnforth.

Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1577+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Carnforth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) 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 Haymarket to LancasterEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 57m
£24–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus StationAir / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Night Std181 / ...
6h 18m
£31–48
Drive 157.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Carnforth157.1 mi
2h 51m
£40–57
Fly, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)EDI - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Lancaster
5h 33m
£85–204

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Carnforth by tram and train

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Distance: 180.5 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Airport (EDI), Scotland and Carnforth, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Haymarket to Lancaster every 4 hours. Tickets cost £14–55 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Avanti West Coast also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Airport to Carnforth via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Night Std, and Lancaster in around 6h 18m.

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