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

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to Carnforth is to line 555 bus which costs £6 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Windermere to Carnforth is to drive which takes 28 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Windermere and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Windermere to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Bus Rail Interchange and arriving at New Street via Blackhall Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Windermere and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Carnforth via Oxenholme Lake District and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Windermere to Carnforth?

The distance between Windermere and Carnforth is 36 miles. The road distance is 22.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Windermere to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £10 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Windermere to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Carnforth bus from?

Windermere to Carnforth bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Bus Rail Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Carnforth train from?

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

Train or bus from Windermere to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Windermere to Carnforth is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £10 - £23. Alternatively, you can line 555 bus, which costs £6 and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the Windermere to Carnforth bus arrive?

Windermere to Carnforth bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Blackhall Road station.

Where does the Windermere to Carnforth train arrive?

Windermere to Carnforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.

Can I drive from Windermere to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to Carnforth is 23 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Windermere to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1657+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Windermere to Carnforth - 4 ways to travel via train, line 555 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Windermere to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Lancastertrain
3. Take the train from Lancaster to Carnforthtrain
1h 19m
£10–22
Line 555 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Rail Interchange to Blackhall Roadbus 555 / ...
2. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to New Streetbus 555
1h 41m
£6
Drive 22.5 mi
1. Drive from Windermere to Carnforthcar 22.5 mi
28 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Windermere to Carnforthtaxi 22.5 mi
28 min
£100–130

Windermere to Carnforth by train

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Distance: 35.5 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

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

You can take a train from Windermere to Carnforth via Oxenholme Lake District and Lancaster in around 1h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Rail Interchange to New Street via Blackhall Road in around 1h 41m.

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