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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Carnforth is to bus and train which costs £35 - £95 and takes 9h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Carnforth is to drive which takes 4h 38m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Carnforth via Birmingham New Street and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Exeter to Carnforth?

The distance between Exeter and Carnforth is 296 miles. The road distance is 289.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Carnforth without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 3m and costs £80 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Exeter to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Carnforth train from?

Exeter to Carnforth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Where does the Exeter to Carnforth train arrive?

Exeter to Carnforth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Carnforth is 289 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Exeter to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1577+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Exeter to Carnforth - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Exeter 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 via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to LancasterRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 3m
£84–243
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
4. Take the train from Preston to Carnforth
9h 34m
£37–95
Drive 287.6 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Carnforth287.6 mi
4h 38m
£72–104
Fly, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforth
4h 52m
£88–354
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Manchester PiccadillyPaignton - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to CarnforthManchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
6h 45m
£107–420
Train #2
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforth
8h 42m
£100–183

Exeter to Carnforth by train

74Weekly Trains

6h 3mAverage Duration

£84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 294.5 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Carnforth via Birmingham New Street and Lancaster in around 6h 3m.

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