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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Carnforth is to bus which costs £17 - £26 and takes 6h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Carnforth is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Nottingham to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Nottingham and arriving at Carnforth via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Carnforth?

The distance between Nottingham and Carnforth is 141 miles. The road distance is 130.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £28 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Nottingham to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Carnforth train from?

Nottingham to Carnforth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Nottingham station.

Train or bus from Nottingham to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Carnforth is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £28 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £26 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Nottingham to Carnforth train arrive?

Nottingham to Carnforth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Carnforth is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Nottingham to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1584+ hotels available in Carnforth.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Manchester PiccadillyNorwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to CarnforthManchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
3h 59m
£28–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Greyfriar Gate to Shudehill InterchangeUk079
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Std181
6h 8m
£17–26
Drive 130.1 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Carnforth130.1 mi
2h 36m
£33–47

Nottingham to Carnforth by train

74Weekly Trains

3h 59mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Nottingham to Carnforth.

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Distance: 140.5 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a train from Nottingham to Carnforth via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greyfriar Gate to Carnforth via Shudehill Interchange, Hanover Street, Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station Night Std, and Lancaster in around 6h 8m.

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