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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Carnforth is to bus via Underpass which costs £14 - £35 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Carnforth is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Carnforth station. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Police Station via Underpass and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Carnforth?

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

How far is it from Glasgow to Carnforth?

The distance between Glasgow and Carnforth is 177 miles. The road distance is 156.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £23 - £70.

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

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

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Carnforth bus from?

Glasgow to Carnforth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Carnforth train from?

Glasgow to Carnforth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Carnforth is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £23 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus via Underpass, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Glasgow to Carnforth bus arrive?

Glasgow to Carnforth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Underpass station.

Where does the Glasgow to Carnforth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Carnforth is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Glasgow to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1588+ hotels available in Carnforth.

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

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

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 Glasgow Central to LancasterGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2h 39m
£23–67
Bus via Underpass
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to UnderpassUk030
4h 21m
£15–34
Drive 155.4 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Carnforth155.4 mi
2h 36m
£39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Night Std181 / ...
4h 25m
£22–37

Glasgow to Carnforth by train

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2h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 175.9 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Lancaster hourly. Tickets cost £19–65 and the journey takes 2h 6m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Underpass hourly. Tickets cost £10–19 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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