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

The cheapest way to get from Hawkshead to Carnforth is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Hawkshead to Carnforth is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £7 - £11.

How far is it from Hawkshead to Carnforth?

The distance between Hawkshead and Carnforth is 42 miles. The road distance is 30 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hawkshead to Carnforth without a car is to taxi which takes 44 min and costs £60 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Hawkshead to Carnforth, including transfers.

Can I drive from Hawkshead to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Hawkshead to Carnforth is 30 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Hawkshead to Carnforth.

Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1581+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Hawkshead to Carnforth - 4 ways to travel via train, car ferry

There are 4 ways to get from Hawkshead to Carnforth by car ferry, train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Car ferry, train
best
1. Take the car ferry from Far Sawrey to Ferry Nab
2. Take the train from Windermere to Oxenholme Lake District
3. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Lancaster
2h 28m
Drive 29.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hawkshead to Carnforth29.8 mi
44 min
£8–11
Car ferry, line 597 bus, bus
1. Take the car ferry from Far Sawrey to Ferry Nab
2. Take the bus from Royalty Cinema to Blackhall Road597
3. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to Railway Station552
4h 3m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hawkshead to Carnforth29.8 mi
44 min
£60–80

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 42.2 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Hawkshead, Cumbria, England and Carnforth, England?

There is no direct connection from Hawkshead to Carnforth. However, you can drive to Far Sawrey, take the car ferry to Ferry Nab, drive to Windermere, take the train to Oxenholme Lake District, take the train to Lancaster, then take the train to Carnforth. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Hawkshead to Railway Station via Far Sawrey, Ferry Nab, Royalty Cinema, and Blackhall Road in around 4h 3m.

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