What is the cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Cartmel?

The cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Cartmel is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackburn to Cartmel?

The fastest way to get from Blackburn to Cartmel is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct train between Blackburn and Cartmel?

No, there is no direct train from Blackburn to Cartmel. However, there are services departing from Blackburn and arriving at Grange-over-Sands via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Blackburn to Cartmel?

The distance between Blackburn and Cartmel is 51 miles. The road distance is 54.5 miles.

How do I travel from Blackburn to Cartmel without a car?

The best way to get from Blackburn to Cartmel without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £26 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Blackburn to Cartmel?

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Blackburn to Cartmel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Cartmel train from?

Blackburn to Cartmel train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackburn station.

Where does the Blackburn to Cartmel train arrive?

Blackburn to Cartmel train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Blackburn to Cartmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackburn to Cartmel is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Blackburn to Cartmel.

Where can I stay near Cartmel?

There are 3094+ hotels available in Cartmel.

Blackburn to Cartmel - 3 ways to travel via train, line 530 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Blackburn to Cartmel by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Prestontrain Colne - Preston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Grange-over-Sandstrain Manchester Airport - Corkickle / ...
2h 12m
£27–45
Drive 54.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackburn to Cartmelcar 54.2 mi
1h 4m
£14–19
Train, line 530 bus
1. Take the train from Blackburn to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
3. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to Clogger Beckbus 530
3h 39m
£25–43

Blackburn to Cartmel by train and bus

15Weekly Services

3h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 50.5 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

What companies run services between Blackburn, England and Cartmel, England?

You can take a train from Blackburn to Cartmel via Preston and Grange-over-Sands in around 2h 12m.

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