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

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

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?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Rail Interchange and arriving at New Street. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

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 23m.

How far is it from Windermere to Carnforth?

The distance between Windermere and Carnforth is 24 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 line 755 bus which takes 1h and costs £6 - £8.

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

The line 755 bus from Bus Rail Interchange to New Street takes 1h including transfers and departs every three hours.

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 line 755 bus which takes 1h and costs £6 - £8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £15 - £29 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the Windermere to Carnforth bus arrive?

Windermere to Carnforth bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at New Street 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 1583+ hotels available in Carnforth.

Windermere to Carnforth - 4 ways to travel via train, line 755 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Windermere 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.

Line 755 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Rail Interchange to New Streetbus 755
1h
£6–8
Train
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 23m
£15–29
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
£45–60

Windermere to Carnforth by bus

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Distance: 24 mi
Duration: 1h

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

Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire operates a bus from Bus Rail Interchange to New Street every 3 hours. Tickets cost £6–8 and the journey takes 1h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Windermere to Carnforth via Oxenholme Lake District and Lancaster in around 1h 23m.

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