What is the cheapest way to get from Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 6h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Carnforth (Station) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from New Street and arriving at Princes Street via Bus Station Night Std and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Carnforth (Station) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Carnforth and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh?

The distance between Carnforth (Station) and Edinburgh is 177 miles. The road distance is 154.5 miles.

How do I travel from Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £50 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh bus from?

Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Night Std.

Where do I catch the Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh train from?

Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.

Train or bus from Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh train arrive?

Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh?

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Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 19m
£52–94
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 181
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
6h 40m
£38–65
Drive 153.6 mi
1. Drive from Carnforth (Station) to Edinburghcar 153.6 mi
2h 53m
£38–55

Carnforth (Station) to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 175.7 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Carnforth (Station), England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Lancaster to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £55–90 and the journey takes 2h 23m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Carnforth (Station) to Princes Street via New Street, Bus Station Night Std, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 40m.

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