What is the cheapest way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Carnforth?

The cheapest way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Carnforth is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Carnforth?

The fastest way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Carnforth is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkby Stephen and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkby Stephen to Carnforth station. However, there are services departing from Sports and Social Club and arriving at Railway Station via Blackhall Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Kirkby Stephen to Carnforth?

The distance between Kirkby Stephen and Carnforth is 65 miles. The road distance is 35.5 miles.

How do I travel from Kirkby Stephen to Carnforth without a car?

The best way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £16 - £24.

How long does it take to get from Kirkby Stephen to Carnforth?

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Kirkby Stephen to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkby Stephen to Carnforth bus from?

Kirkby Stephen to Carnforth bus services, operated by Western Dales Community Trnsp, depart from Sports and Social Club station.

Train or bus from Kirkby Stephen to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Kirkby Stephen to Carnforth is to train which takes 2h 40m and costs £16 - £24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Kirkby Stephen to Carnforth bus arrive?

Kirkby Stephen to Carnforth bus services, operated by Western Dales Community Trnsp, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Kirkby Stephen to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkby Stephen to Carnforth is 35 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Kirkby Stephen to Carnforth.

Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1577+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Kirkby Stephen to Carnforth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Kirkby Stephen to Carnforth by 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Kirkby Stephen to HellifieldCarlisle - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Hellifield to CarnforthLeeds - Morecambe / ...
2h 40m
£17–23
Drive 35.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kirkby Stephen to Carnforth35.3 mi
41 min
£9–13
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Pennine Hotel to Bus StationS6
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to LancasterGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2h 56m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kirkby Stephen to Carnforth35.3 mi
41 min
£75–90
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sports and Social Club to Bus StationS5
2. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to Railway Station552
3h 1m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 64.3 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Kirkby Stephen, England and Carnforth, England?

You can take a vehicle from Kirkby Stephen to Carnforth via Kirkby Stephen and Hellifield in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sports and Social Club to Railway Station via Blackhall Road in around 3h 1m.

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