What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Carnforth?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Carnforth is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Carnforth?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Carnforth is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Carnforth station. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Police Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Carnforth?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Carnforth is 59 miles. The road distance is 61.8 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Carnforth without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £23 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Carnforth?

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Greater Manchester to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Carnforth bus from?

Greater Manchester to Carnforth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Carnforth is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs £23 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 55 bus, which costs £13 - £35 and takes 3h 36m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Carnforth bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Carnforth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station Night Std.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Carnforth is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Greater Manchester to Carnforth.

Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1122+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Greater Manchester to Carnforth - 3 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Carnforth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Carnforthtrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
2h 15m
£24–47
Bus, line 55 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Police Stationbus 49 / ...
3h 36m
£14–35
Drive 61.5 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Carnforthcar 61.5 mi
1h 10m
£16–23

Greater Manchester to Carnforth by bus and train

72Weekly Services

2h 15mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 58.8 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Carnforth, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Carnforth every 3 hours. Tickets cost £22–45 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Horton Road to Police Station via Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 3h 36m.

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