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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Carnforth is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Carnforth is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £60 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Carnforth via Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Carnforth?

The distance between Edinburgh and Carnforth is 177 miles. The road distance is 154 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Edinburgh to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Carnforth train from?

Edinburgh to Carnforth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Carnforth train arrive?

Edinburgh to Carnforth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lancaster station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Carnforth is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Edinburgh to Carnforth.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Carnforth train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1668+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Edinburgh to Carnforth - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Lancastertrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2h 39m
£63–109
Drive 153.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Carnforthcar 153.1 mi
2h 53m
£38–55
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from North Bridge to Halston Hotelbus X95
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Carnforthtrain Carlisle - Lancaster / ...
8h 4m
£47–89

Edinburgh to Carnforth by train

101Weekly Trains

2h 39mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 175.7 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Carnforth, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Lancaster every 4 hours. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 5m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours.

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