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

The cheapest way to get from Mallaig to Carnforth is to bus which costs £45 - £70 and takes 10h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mallaig to Carnforth is to drive which takes 5h 32m and costs £75 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Mallaig and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Mallaig to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Mallaig and arriving at Carnforth via Glasgow Central and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 41m.

How far is it from Mallaig to Carnforth?

The distance between Mallaig and Carnforth is 331 miles. The road distance is 302.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mallaig to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 8h 41m and costs £60 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 8h 41m to get from Mallaig to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Carnforth train from?

Mallaig to Carnforth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Mallaig station.

Train or bus from Mallaig to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Mallaig to Carnforth is to train which takes 8h 41m and costs £60 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £70 and takes 10h 37m.

Where does the Mallaig to Carnforth train arrive?

Mallaig to Carnforth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Mallaig to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Mallaig to Carnforth is 302 miles. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Mallaig to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1579+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Mallaig to Carnforth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Mallaig to Carnforth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen StreetMallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to LancasterGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
8h 41m
£60–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boatyard to Fort William Bus Station500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station914 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Night Std181 / ...
10h 37m
£46–70
Drive 300.5 mi
1. Drive from Mallaig to Carnforth300.5 mi
5h 32m
£76–109
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Boatyard to Fort William Bus Station500 / ...
2. Take the bus from An Aird One to Buchanan Bus StationE5
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotel
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Carnforth
12h 45m

Mallaig to Carnforth by train and foot

19Weekly Services

8h 41mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 329 mi
Duration: 8h 41m

What companies run services between Mallaig, Highland, Scotland and Carnforth, England?

You can take a train from Mallaig to Carnforth via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Lancaster in around 8h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Boatyard to Carnforth via Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Night Std, and Lancaster in around 10h 37m.

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