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

The cheapest way to get from Southport to Carnforth is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southport to Carnforth is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct train between Southport and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Southport to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Southport and arriving at Carnforth via Wigan North Western and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Southport to Carnforth?

The distance between Southport and Carnforth is 47 miles. The road distance is 46.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southport to Carnforth without a car is to bus which takes 1h 57m and costs £13 - £24.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Southport to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southport to Carnforth train from?

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

Train or bus from Southport to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Southport to Carnforth is to bus which takes 1h 57m and costs £13 - £24. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 2h.

Where does the Southport to Carnforth train arrive?

Southport to Carnforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wigan Wallgate station.

Can I drive from Southport to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Southport to Carnforth is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Southport to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1577+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Southport to Carnforth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Duke Street to Bus StationX2
1h 57m
£13–23
Drive 46.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southport to Carnforth46.2 mi
1h 1m
£12–17
Train
1. Take the train from Southport to Wigan WallgateSouthport - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan North Western to LancasterLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2h
£25–42
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southport to Carnforth46.2 mi
1h 1m
£95–120

Southport to Carnforth by bus and train

201Weekly Services

1h 57mAverage Duration

£13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 46.9 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

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

Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire operates a bus from Duke Street to Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 53 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Southport to Carnforth via Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Lancaster in around 2h.

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