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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Carnforth is to bus and train which costs £15 - £27 and takes 6h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Carnforth is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Carnforth via Nuneaton, Crewe and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Leicester to Carnforth?

The distance between Leicester and Carnforth is 158 miles. The road distance is 150.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Leicester to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Carnforth train from?

Leicester to Carnforth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Nuneaton station.

Where does the Leicester to Carnforth train arrive?

Leicester to Carnforth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Carnforth is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Leicester to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1516+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Leicester to Carnforth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Carnforth by train, bus, or car

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 Nuneaton to CreweLondon Euston - Stockport / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to LancasterRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 3m
£48–118
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill InterchangeUk079
2. Take the train from Bolton to CarnforthManchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
6h 41m
£15–27
Drive 149.5 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Carnforth149.5 mi
2h 46m
£38–54
Train via Sheffield
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffield
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforth
4h 24m
£28–110
Bus, train via Preston
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
3. Take the train from Preston to Carnforth
6h 59m
£24–48

Leicester to Carnforth by train

90Weekly Trains

4h 3mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.8 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Carnforth via Nuneaton, Crewe, and Lancaster in around 4h 3m.

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