What is the cheapest way to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Carnforth?

The cheapest way to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Carnforth is to line 516 bus and line 555 bus which costs £6 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Carnforth?

The fastest way to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Carnforth is to drive which takes 27 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Bowness-on-Windermere and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Bowness-on-Windermere to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from St Martins Church and arriving at New Street via Blackhall Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Bowness-on-Windermere and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Bowness-on-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 2h 10m.

How far is it from Bowness-on-Windermere to Carnforth?

The distance between Bowness-on-Windermere and Carnforth is 27 miles. The road distance is 21.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Carnforth without a car is to line 516 bus and line 555 bus which takes 1h 42m and costs £6.

How long does it take to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Carnforth?

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bowness-on-Windermere to Carnforth bus from?

Bowness-on-Windermere to Carnforth bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from St Martins Church station.

Where do I catch the Bowness-on-Windermere to Carnforth train from?

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

Train or bus from Bowness-on-Windermere to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Carnforth is to line 516 bus and line 555 bus which takes 1h 42m and costs £6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £13 - £26 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Bowness-on-Windermere to Carnforth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bowness-on-Windermere to Carnforth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bowness-on-Windermere to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Bowness-on-Windermere to Carnforth is 22 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Bowness-on-Windermere to Carnforth.

Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1632+ hotels available in Carnforth.

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

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Line 516 bus, line 555 bus
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1. Take the bus from St Martins Church to Blackhall Roadbus 505 / ...
2. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to New Streetbus 555
1h 42m
£6
Train
1. Take the train from Windermere to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Windermere - Oxenholme Lake District / ...
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Lancastertrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2h 10m
£13–26
Drive 21.4 mi
1. Drive from Bowness-on-Windermere to Carnforthcar 21.4 mi
27 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bowness-on-Windermere to Carnforthtaxi 21.4 mi
27 min
£95–120

Bowness-on-Windermere to Carnforth by bus and train

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Distance: 27 mi
Duration: 1h 42m

What companies run services between Bowness-on-Windermere, England and Carnforth, England?

You can take a bus from St Martins Church to New Street via Blackhall Road in around 1h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Martins Church to Carnforth via Thwaite Lane, Windermere, Oxenholme Lake District, and Lancaster in around 2h 10m.

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