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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Carnforth is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Carnforth is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Carnforth station. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Police Station via Cheltenham Racecourse, Manchester Central Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Carnforth via Bristol Parkway, Birmingham New Street and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Swindon to Carnforth?

The distance between Swindon and Carnforth is 249 miles. The road distance is 211.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £100 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Swindon to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Carnforth bus from?

Swindon to Carnforth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Fleming Way station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Carnforth train from?

Swindon to Carnforth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Swindon to Carnforth is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £100 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £90 and takes 8h 22m.

Where does the Swindon to Carnforth bus arrive?

Swindon to Carnforth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Cheltenham Racecourse station.

Where does the Swindon to Carnforth train arrive?

Swindon to Carnforth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Carnforth is 212 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Swindon to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1619+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Swindon to Carnforth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Swindon to Carnforth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Lancastertrain
5h 21m
£108–282
Drive 210.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Carnforthcar 210.7 mi
3h 32m
£52–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Cheltenham Racecoursebus Cf6
2. Take the bus from Cheltenham Racecourse to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cf8
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
8h 22m
£56–88
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain
6h 28m
£95–229
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Underpassbus
8h 23m
£69–141

Swindon to Carnforth by train

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5h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 247.8 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Carnforth via Bristol Parkway, Birmingham New Street, and Lancaster in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Police Station via Cheltenham Racecourse, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 22m.

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