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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Carnforth is to bus via Manchester which costs £24 - £35 and takes 7h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Carnforth is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Carnforth station. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Police Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Carnforth via Sheffield and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Leicester to Carnforth?

The distance between Leicester and Carnforth is 167 miles. The road distance is 150.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Carnforth without a car is to train via Sheffield which takes 4h 20m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Leicester to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Carnforth bus from?

Leicester to Carnforth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Carnforth train from?

Leicester to Carnforth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Leicester to Carnforth is to train via Sheffield which takes 4h 20m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Leicester to Carnforth bus arrive?

Leicester to Carnforth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Leicester to Carnforth train arrive?

Leicester to Carnforth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Sheffield station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Carnforth is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Leicester to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1641+ hotels available in Carnforth.

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

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Train via Sheffield
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain
4h 20m
£61–103
Bus via Manchester
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk079
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Underpassbus Uk030
7h 44m
£25–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
7h 30m
£35–55
Drive 149.5 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Carnforthcar 149.5 mi
2h 46m
£37–54
Train
1. Take the train from Nuneaton to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
4h 24m
£56–97

Leicester to Carnforth by train

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Distance: 165.7 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Carnforth via Sheffield and Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Police Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 7h 30m.

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