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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Carnforth is to bus which costs £45 - £80 and takes 8h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Carnforth is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Watford to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Carnforth via London Euston and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Watford to Carnforth?

The distance between Watford and Carnforth is 254 miles. The road distance is 232.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £85 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Watford to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Carnforth train from?

Watford to Carnforth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Train or bus from Watford to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Watford to Carnforth is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £85 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 8h 13m.

Where does the Watford to Carnforth train arrive?

Watford to Carnforth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lancaster station.

Can I drive from Watford to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Carnforth is 233 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Watford to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1575+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Watford to Carnforth - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Watford to Carnforth by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to LancasterLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 51m
£86–250
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Station540 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Std181
8h 13m
£48–78
Drive 231.4 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Carnforth231.4 mi
3h 45m
£58–84
Fly, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforth
5h 20m
£69–252
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Milton Keynes Central
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforth
4h 48m
£61–205
Train via Coventry
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Bletchley
2. Take the train from Bletchley to Coventry
3. Take the train from Coventry to Manchester Piccadilly
4. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforth
7h 9m
£66–245

Watford to Carnforth by train

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3h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 252.2 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Lancaster hourly. Tickets cost £75–170 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Clarendon Road to Carnforth via Black Boy PH, Airport Bus Station, Milton Keynes Coachway, Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station Night Std, and Lancaster in around 8h 13m.

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