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

The cheapest way to get from Galashiels to Carnforth is to bus and train which costs £18 - £70 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galashiels to Carnforth is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Galashiels and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Galashiels to Carnforth station. However, there are services departing from Galashiels Transport Interchange and arriving at Police Station via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Galashiels and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Galashiels to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Galashiels and arriving at Carnforth via Edinburgh Waverley and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Galashiels to Carnforth?

The distance between Galashiels and Carnforth is 137 miles. The road distance is 121 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galashiels to Carnforth without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 45m and costs £18 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Galashiels to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Carnforth bus from?

Galashiels to Carnforth bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Galashiels Transport Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Galashiels to Carnforth train from?

Galashiels to Carnforth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Galashiels station.

Train or bus from Galashiels to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Galashiels to Carnforth is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Galashiels to Carnforth bus arrive?

Galashiels to Carnforth bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Halston Hotel station.

Where does the Galashiels to Carnforth train arrive?

Galashiels to Carnforth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Galashiels to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Galashiels to Carnforth is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Galashiels to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1580+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Galashiels to Carnforth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Galashiels to Carnforth by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Halston HotelX95
2. Take the train from Carlisle to LancasterGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
3h 45m
£19–68
Train
1. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh WaverleyTweedbank - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to LancasterEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
4h 20m
£42–75
Drive 120.3 mi
1. Drive from Galashiels to Carnforth120.3 mi
2h 15m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Halston HotelX95
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Night Std828
5h 42m
£25–41

Galashiels to Carnforth by bus and train

38Weekly Services

3h 45mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 136.2 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Galashiels to Carnforth via Edinburgh Waverley and Lancaster in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Police Station via Halston Hotel, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 42m.

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