What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Carnforth?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Carnforth is to bus and train which costs £27 - £75 and takes 8h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Carnforth?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Carnforth is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £90 - £230.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick Airport to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Carnforth via Victoria station, London Euston and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Carnforth?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Carnforth is 266 miles. The road distance is 275.9 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Carnforth without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £90 - £230.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Carnforth?

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Gatwick Airport to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Carnforth train from?

Gatwick Airport to Carnforth train services, operated by Southern, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Carnforth is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £90 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £100 and takes 9h.

What is the time difference between Gatwick Airport and Carnforth?

Carnforth is 1h behind Gatwick Airport. It is currently 8:09 AM in Gatwick Airport and 7:09 AM in Carnforth.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Carnforth train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Carnforth train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Carnforth is 276 miles. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Carnforth.

How do I get a train ticket from Gatwick Airport to Carnforth?

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1574+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Gatwick Airport to Carnforth - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Gatwick Airport 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 Gatwick Airport to London VictoriaBognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to LancasterLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 10m
£94–230
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Manchester Airport The Station
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforth
8h 37m
£28–71
Drive 274.3 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Carnforth274.3 mi
4h 43m
£69–99
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Farringdon
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforth
6h 2m
£98–276
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Manchester Central Coach Station802
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Std181
9h
£45–99
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LGW - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Lancaster
5h 18m
£65–246
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridge
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Lancaster
6h 54m
£126–400
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Farringdon
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Lancaster
7h 38m
£106–344
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforth
6h 36m
£109–262

Gatwick Airport to Carnforth by train and subway

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4h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 264 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Carnforth, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Carnforth via London Victoria, Victoria station, Euston station, London Euston, and Lancaster in around 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Carnforth via Heathrow Terminal 5, Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station Night Std, and Lancaster in around 9h.

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