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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Carnforth is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 10h 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 42m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Carnforth station. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Police Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 15m.

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 5h 52m.

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 5h 52m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Exeter to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Carnforth bus from?

Exeter to Carnforth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

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.

Train or bus from Exeter to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Exeter to Carnforth is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 52m and costs £110 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £50 - £90 and takes 10h 15m.

Where does the Exeter to Carnforth bus arrive?

Exeter to Carnforth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach 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 42m 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?

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There are 5 ways to get from Exeter to Carnforth by train, bus, or car

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Lancastertrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 52m
£114–175
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Exeter to Bristol Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
10h 34m
£40–68
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 101 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
10h 15m
£51–87
Drive 287.6 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Carnforthcar 287.6 mi
4h 42m
£73–105
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain
8h 39m
£122–210

Exeter to Carnforth by train

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Distance: 294.5 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

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 5h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Police Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 10h 15m.

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