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

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Carnforth is to bus and train via Bristol which costs £45 - £120 and takes 13h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penzance to Carnforth is to drive which takes 6h 38m and costs £95 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Penzance and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Penzance to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Penzance and arriving at Carnforth via Plymouth, Birmingham New Street and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

How far is it from Penzance to Carnforth?

The distance between Penzance and Carnforth is 427 miles. The road distance is 395.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penzance to Carnforth without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 9h 46m and costs £90 - £320.

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

It takes approximately 9h 46m to get from Penzance to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Carnforth train from?

Penzance to Carnforth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Penzance station.

Where does the Penzance to Carnforth train arrive?

Penzance to Carnforth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Plymouth station.

Can I drive from Penzance to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Penzance to Carnforth is 395 miles. It takes approximately 6h 38m to drive from Penzance to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1577+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Penzance to Carnforth - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Penzance 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 Penzance to Plymouth
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Lancaster
9h 46m
£91–320
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Station120 / ...
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforth
14h 25m
£42–114
Bus, train via Bristol
1. Take the bus from Albert Pier Road to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
4. Take the train from Preston to Carnforth
13h 39m
£45–118
Drive 393.2 mi
1. Drive from Penzance to Carnforth393.2 mi
6h 38m
£99–143
Bus to Newquay Cornwall Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Albert Pier Road to Newquay Bus Station
2. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)NQY - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforth
6h 48m
£76–293
Train
1. Take the train from Penzance to Plymouth
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforth
10h 5m
£92–543
Bus to Newquay Cornwall Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the bus from Albert Pier Road to Newquay Bus Station
2. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Liverpool (LPL)NQY - LPL
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Lancaster
10h 51m
£95–344
Train to Exeter, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Penzance to Exeter St Davids
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforth
8h 14m
£110–422
Bus to Newquay Cornwall Airport, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Albert Pier Road to Newquay Bus Station
2. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)NQY - LBA
3. Take the train from Shipley to Carnforth
9h 59m
£90–316

Penzance to Carnforth by train

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9h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 424.5 mi
Duration: 9h 46m

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

You can take a train from Penzance to Carnforth via Plymouth, Birmingham New Street, and Lancaster in around 9h 46m.

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