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

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Carnforth is to bus which costs £45 - £80 and takes 7h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Carnforth is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Harpenden and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Harpenden and arriving at Carnforth via London Euston and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Harpenden to Carnforth?

The distance between Harpenden and Carnforth is 261 miles. The road distance is 222.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harpenden to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Harpenden to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Carnforth train from?

Harpenden to Carnforth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Train or bus from Harpenden to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Carnforth is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 7h 37m.

Where does the Harpenden to Carnforth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Harpenden to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Carnforth is 223 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Harpenden to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1577+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Harpenden to Carnforth - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Harpenden 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 London Euston to LancasterLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 9m
£104–210
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Central stationX1
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforth
6h 14m
£38–162
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Station540 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Std181
7h 37m
£47–78
Drive 221.3 mi
1. Drive from Harpenden to Carnforth221.3 mi
3h 34m
£56–80
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Harpenden to Farringdon
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforth
5h 55m
£95–305
Bus, train via Coventry
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Bus StationX3 / ...
2. Take the train from Bletchley to Coventry
3. Take the train from Coventry to Manchester Piccadilly
4. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforth
8h 38m
£48–206

Harpenden to Carnforth by train and foot

153Weekly Services

4h 9mAverage Duration

£104Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259.8 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Lancaster hourly. Tickets cost £90–170 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Cock Inn to Carnforth via Luton Station Interchange, Milton Keynes Coachway, Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station Night Std, and Lancaster in around 7h 37m.

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