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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Carnforth is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Carnforth is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Carnforth via Birmingham New Street and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Reading to Carnforth?

The distance between Reading and Carnforth is 229 miles. The road distance is 229 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Carnforth without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 11m and costs £50 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Reading to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Carnforth train from?

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

Where does the Reading to Carnforth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Carnforth is 229 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Reading to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1579+ hotels available in Carnforth.

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

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

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 Reading to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to LancasterRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 11m
£54–215
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to CarnforthManchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
5h 23m
£38–286
Drive 227.7 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Carnforth227.7 mi
4h 3m
£57–83
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Reading 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 32m
£87–315
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Manchester Airport The Station
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforth
6h 22m
£50–164
Train to Southampton Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforth
5h 9m
£90–224

Reading to Carnforth by train

74Weekly Trains

5h 11mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 227.9 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Carnforth via Birmingham New Street and Lancaster in around 5h 11m.

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