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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Carnforth is to bus and train which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Carnforth is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Oxford and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Carnforth via Birmingham New Street and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Oxford to Carnforth?

The distance between Oxford and Carnforth is 202 miles. The road distance is 203.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Carnforth without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 46m and costs £40 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Oxford to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Carnforth train from?

Oxford to Carnforth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.

Train or bus from Oxford to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Oxford to Carnforth is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 46m and costs £40 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Oxford to Carnforth train arrive?

Oxford to Carnforth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Oxford to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Carnforth is 203 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Oxford to Carnforth.

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

Book your Oxford to Carnforth train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1580+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Oxford to Carnforth - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Oxford to Carnforth by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Oxford to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to LancasterRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 46m
£45–160
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Oxford to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to CarnforthManchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
4h 58m
£35–145
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station160 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Std181
7h 20m
£42–95
Drive 202 mi
1. Drive from Oxford to Carnforth202 mi
3h 33m
£51–73
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Oxford to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforth
5h 48m
£82–327
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Magdalen Street to Bus StationS4 / ...
2. Take the train from Banbury to Birmingham Moor Street
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Manchester Airport The Station
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforth
7h 38m
£35–87

Oxford to Carnforth by train

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4h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 200.6 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

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

You can take a train from Oxford to Carnforth via Birmingham New Street and Lancaster in around 4h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Carnforth via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station Night Std, and Lancaster in around 7h 20m.

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