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

The cheapest way to get from York to Carnforth is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from York to Carnforth is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct train between York and Carnforth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from York and arriving at Carnforth. Services depart once a week, and operate Thursday. The journey takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from York to Carnforth?

The distance between York and Carnforth is 89 miles. The road distance is 80 miles.

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

The best way to get from York to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £12 - £65.

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

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

Where do I catch the York to Carnforth train from?

York to Carnforth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from York station.

Where does the York to Carnforth train arrive?

York to Carnforth train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from York to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between York to Carnforth is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from York to Carnforth.

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

Book your York to Carnforth train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 381+ hotels available in Carnforth.

York to Carnforth - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and Steam train

There are 3 ways to get from York to Carnforth by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from York to Leedstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Carnforthtrain Leeds - Morecambe / ...
3h 3m
£12–64
Drive 79.5 mi
1. Drive from York to Carnforthcar 79.5 mi
1h 49m
£20–29
Steam train
1. Take the train from York to Carnforthtrain The Scarborough Spa Express
4h 33m

York to Carnforth by train

41Weekly Trains

3h 3mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from York to Carnforth.

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Distance: 88.4 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a train from York to Carnforth via Leeds in around 3h 3m.

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