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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Carnforth is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Carnforth is to train which takes 27 min and costs £15 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Carnforth station. However, there are services departing from Gt George Street and arriving at Police Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Carnforth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Carnforth. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Preston to Carnforth?

The distance between Preston and Carnforth is 27 miles. The road distance is 28.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs £15 - £17.

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

The train from Preston to Carnforth takes 27 min including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Preston to Carnforth bus from?

Preston to Carnforth bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Gt George Street station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Carnforth train from?

Preston to Carnforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Preston to Carnforth is to train which takes 27 min and costs £15 - £17. Alternatively, you can line 40 bus and line 55 bus, which costs £7 - £16 and takes 2h 6m.

Where does the Preston to Carnforth bus arrive?

Preston to Carnforth bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Preston to Carnforth train arrive?

Preston to Carnforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carnforth station.

Can I drive from Preston to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Carnforth is 29 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Preston to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1585+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Preston to Carnforth - 4 ways to travel via train, line 40 bus, and line 55 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Carnforth by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to CarnforthManchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
27 min
£15–17
Drive 28.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Carnforth28.6 mi
32 min
£7–11
Line 40 bus, line 55 bus
1. Take the bus from Gt George Street to Bus Station40 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Police Station49 / ...
2h 6m
£8–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Carnforth28.6 mi
32 min
£65–85

Preston to Carnforth by train

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Distance: 27 mi
Duration: 27 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Carnforth every 2 hours. Tickets cost £15–17 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gt George Street to Police Station via Bus Station in around 2h 6m.

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