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

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Carnforth is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 6h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Perth to Carnforth is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Perth and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Perth to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Perth and arriving at Carnforth via Glasgow Central and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Perth to Carnforth?

The distance between Perth and Carnforth is 240 miles. The road distance is 196.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Perth to Carnforth without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 4h 27m and costs £35 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Perth to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth to Carnforth train from?

Perth to Carnforth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.

Train or bus from Perth to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Perth to Carnforth is to train via Glasgow which takes 4h 27m and costs £35 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Perth to Carnforth train arrive?

Perth to Carnforth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Perth to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Carnforth is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Perth to Carnforth.

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

Book your Perth to Carnforth train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1577+ hotels available in Carnforth.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Perth 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 Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen StreetDundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to LancasterGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
4h 27m
£37–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationUk093
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Night Std181 / ...
6h 46m
£30–49
Drive 195.2 mi
1. Drive from Perth to Carnforth195.2 mi
3h 21m
£49–71
Train
1. Take the train from Perth to Edinburgh WaverleyPerth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to LancasterEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
4h 58m
£36–175
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Perth to CarlisleInverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Carlisle to CarnforthCarlisle - Lancaster / ...
7h 58m
£80–101

Perth to Carnforth by train and foot

200Weekly Services

4h 27mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 238.3 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a train from Perth to Carnforth via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Lancaster in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Carnforth via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station Night Std, and Lancaster in around 6h 46m.

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