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

The cheapest way to get from Northampton to Carnforth is to bus which costs £23 - £55 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Northampton to Carnforth is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Northampton and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Northampton to Carnforth station. However, there are services departing from Northampton Town Centre and arriving at Police Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Northampton and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Northampton to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Northampton and arriving at Carnforth via Rugby and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Northampton to Carnforth?

The distance between Northampton and Carnforth is 179 miles. The road distance is 184.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Northampton to Carnforth without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 4h 37m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Northampton to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northampton to Carnforth bus from?

Northampton to Carnforth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Northampton Town Centre station.

Where do I catch the Northampton to Carnforth train from?

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

Train or bus from Northampton to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Northampton to Carnforth is to train via Manchester which takes 4h 37m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £55 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Northampton to Carnforth bus arrive?

Northampton to Carnforth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Northampton to Carnforth train arrive?

Northampton to Carnforth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Northampton to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Northampton to Carnforth is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Northampton to Carnforth.

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

Book your Northampton to Carnforth train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1122+ hotels available in Carnforth.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Northampton 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 via Manchester
best
1. Take the train from Rugby to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
4h 37m
£64–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Northampton Town Centre to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk023
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
6h 35m
£24–53
Drive 183.4 mi
1. Drive from Northampton to Carnforthcar 183.4 mi
3h 4m
£46–66
Train
1. Take the train from Northampton to Coventrytrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Coventry to Lancastertrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 38m
£63–116
Train via Coventry
1. Take the train from Northampton to Coventrytrain
2. Take the train from Coventry to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain
5h 18m
£83–146

Northampton to Carnforth by train

72Weekly Trains

4h 37mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Northampton to Carnforth.

Launch map view

Distance: 177.7 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a train from Northampton to Carnforth via Rugby and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Northampton Town Centre to Police Station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 35m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.