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

The cheapest way to get from Salford to Carnforth is to train which costs £10 - £14 and takes 2h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salford to Carnforth is to drive which takes 1h and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Salford and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Salford station to Carnforth station. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Police Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Salford and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Salford to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Salford Crescent and arriving at Carnforth via Bolton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Salford to Carnforth?

The distance between Salford and Carnforth is 56 miles. The road distance is 57.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salford to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £10 - £14.

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

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Salford to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salford to Carnforth bus from?

Salford to Carnforth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Salford to Carnforth train from?

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

Train or bus from Salford to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Salford to Carnforth is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £10 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus and line 55 bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 2h 2m.

Where does the Salford to Carnforth bus arrive?

Salford to Carnforth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station Night Std.

Where does the Salford to Carnforth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salford to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Salford to Carnforth is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Salford to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1619+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Salford to Carnforth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 55 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Carnforthtrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
2h 2m
£10–13
Bus, line 55 bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Police Stationbus 49 / ...
2h 2m
£19–31
Drive 57.1 mi
1. Drive from Salford to Carnforthcar 57.1 mi
1h
£14–21
Line 36 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tesco Salford to Bolton Interchangebus 37 / ...
2. Take the train from Bolton to Carnforthtrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
2h 53m

Salford to Carnforth by train

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Distance: 55.9 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Bolton to Carnforth every 3 hours. Tickets cost £6–8 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Police Station via Bus Station in around 2h 2m.

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