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 £9 - £13 and takes 1h 18m.

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 59 min 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 9m.

Is there a direct train between Salford and Carnforth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Salford Crescent and arriving at Carnforth. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.

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 1h 18m and costs £9 - £13.

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

The train from Salford Crescent to Carnforth takes 1h 18m including transfers and departs twice a week.

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 1h 18m and costs £9 - £13. Alternatively, you can bus and line 55 bus, which costs £10 - £21 and takes 2h 9m.

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 59 min 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 1567+ 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 Salford Crescent to CarnforthManchester Oxford Road - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
1h 18m
£9–13
Bus, line 55 bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Std181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Police Station49 / ...
2h 9m
£10–20
Drive 57.1 mi
1. Drive from Salford to Carnforth57.1 mi
59 min
£14–21
Train via Bolton
1. Take the train from Bolton to CarnforthManchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
2h 3m
£9–17

Salford to Carnforth by train

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Distance: 55.9 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Salford Crescent to Carnforth twice a week. Tickets cost £9–13 and the journey takes 1h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Police Station via Bus Station in around 2h 9m.

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