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

The cheapest way to get from Stirling to Carnforth is to bus which costs £21 - £55 and takes 5h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stirling to Carnforth is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Stirling and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Stirling station to Carnforth station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Police Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Underpass and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Stirling and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Stirling to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Stirling and arriving at Carnforth via Carlisle and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Stirling to Carnforth?

The distance between Stirling and Carnforth is 213 miles. The road distance is 172.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stirling to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Stirling to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Carnforth bus from?

Stirling to Carnforth bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Carnforth train from?

Stirling to Carnforth train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Stirling station.

Train or bus from Stirling to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Stirling to Carnforth is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £55 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Stirling to Carnforth bus arrive?

Stirling to Carnforth bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Stirling to Carnforth train arrive?

Stirling to Carnforth train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Stirling to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Stirling to Carnforth is 172 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Stirling to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1576+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Stirling to Carnforth - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Stirling to Carnforth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stirling to Carlisletrain Inverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Lancastertrain Glasgow Central - Rugby / ...
4h 20m
£75–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Underpassbus Uk030
5h 58m
£21–50
Drive 171.4 mi
1. Drive from Stirling to Carnforthcar 171.4 mi
2h 48m
£42–61

Stirling to Carnforth by train

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4h 20mAverage Duration

£75Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Stirling to Carnforth.

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Distance: 211.6 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Stirling, Scotland and Carnforth, England?

You can take a train from Stirling to Carnforth via Carlisle and Lancaster in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Police Station via Buchanan Bus Station, Underpass, and Bus Station in around 5h 58m.

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