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

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Carnforth is to bus which costs £28 - £40 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Motherwell to Carnforth is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Motherwell and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Motherwell to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Motherwell and arriving at Carnforth via Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Motherwell to Carnforth?

The distance between Motherwell and Carnforth is 165 miles. The road distance is 145.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Motherwell to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Motherwell to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Carnforth train from?

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

Train or bus from Motherwell to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Motherwell to Carnforth is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £40 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Motherwell to Carnforth train arrive?

Motherwell to Carnforth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lancaster station.

Can I drive from Motherwell to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Motherwell to Carnforth is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Motherwell to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1581+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Motherwell to Carnforth - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Motherwell 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 Motherwell to LancasterGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2h 21m
£34–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Night Std181 / ...
5h 6m
£28–39
Drive 144.4 mi
1. Drive from Motherwell to Carnforth144.4 mi
2h 20m
£37–53

Motherwell to Carnforth by train

136Weekly Trains

2h 21mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.8 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Motherwell, Scotland and Carnforth, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Motherwell to Lancaster every 2 hours. Tickets cost £55–160 and the journey takes 1h 49m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Night Std 4 times a day. Tickets cost £24–35 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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