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

The cheapest way to get from Halifax to Carnforth is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Halifax to Carnforth is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct train between Halifax and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Halifax to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Halifax and arriving at Carnforth via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Halifax to Carnforth?

The distance between Halifax and Carnforth is 71 miles. The road distance is 59.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Halifax to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £11 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Halifax to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Halifax to Carnforth train from?

Halifax to Carnforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Halifax station.

Where does the Halifax to Carnforth train arrive?

Halifax to Carnforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Halifax to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Halifax to Carnforth is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Halifax to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1572+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Halifax to Carnforth - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 591 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Halifax to PrestonYork - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to CarnforthManchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
2h 35m
£11–37
Line 591 bus, line 152 bus, train
1. Take the bus from George Street 23 to Bus Station591
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arrival Stand152
3. Take the train from Preston to Carnforth
4h 44m
Drive 59.5 mi
1. Drive from Halifax to Carnforth59.5 mi
1h 27m
£15–22
Line 502 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Keighley Bus Station502
2. Take the train from Keighley to CarnforthLeeds - Morecambe / ...
3h 17m

Halifax to Carnforth by train

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Distance: 71 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Halifax, England and Carnforth, England?

You can take a train from Halifax to Carnforth via Preston in around 2h 35m.

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