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 £40 - £110 and takes 8h 20m.

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 36m 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 4m.

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 4m and costs £90 - £170.

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

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

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Carnforth bus from?

Harpenden to Carnforth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

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 4m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 8h 20m.

Where does the Harpenden to Carnforth bus arrive?

Harpenden to Carnforth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

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 36m 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 1550+ hotels available in Carnforth.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Harpenden and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Carnforth station. However, there are services departing from Old Cock Inn and arriving at Police Station via Luton Station Interchange, Milton Keynes Coachway, Manchester Central Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

There are 6 ways to get from Harpenden to Carnforth by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Lancastertrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 4m
£95–169
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 540 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
8h 20m
£43–110
Drive 221.3 mi
1. Drive from Harpenden to Carnforthcar 221.3 mi
3h 36m
£55–80
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Harpenden to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforthtrain
5h 44m
£101–291
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Central stationbus Mk1
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain
6h 19m
£71–131
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Luton to Ketteringtrain
2. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadillytrain
4. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain
7h 26m
£111–188

Harpenden to Carnforth by train and foot

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4h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 259.8 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Lancaster hourly. Tickets cost £80–140 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Cock Inn to Police Station via Luton Station Interchange, Milton Keynes Coachway, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 20m.

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