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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Carnforth is to bus via Underpass which costs £11 - £16 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Carnforth is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Carnforth station. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Police Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Carnforth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Carnforth. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Manchester to Carnforth?

The distance between Manchester and Carnforth is 58 miles. The road distance is 60.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs £22 - £45.

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

The train from Manchester Oxford Road to Carnforth takes 1h 8m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Carnforth bus from?

Manchester to Carnforth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Carnforth train from?

Manchester to Carnforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Manchester to Carnforth is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs £22 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £28 and takes 1h 54m.

Where does the Manchester to Carnforth bus arrive?

Manchester to Carnforth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station Night Std.

Where does the Manchester to Carnforth train arrive?

Manchester to Carnforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carnforth station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Carnforth is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Manchester to Carnforth.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Carnforth?

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

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

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Manchester to Carnforth

Rome2Rio compared 4 ways to get from Manchester to Carnforth. The best route is Train, a distance of 80.021 km.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Carnforthtrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
1h 8m
£22–45
Bus via Underpass
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Underpassbus Uk030
2h 42m
£12–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
1h 54m
£13–27
Drive 59.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Carnforthcar 59.7 mi
1h 7m
£15–22

Manchester to Carnforth by train

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1h 8mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 57.6 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Carnforth every 3 hours. Tickets cost £22–45 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Std twice daily. Tickets cost £10–25 and the journey takes 1h 25m.

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