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

The cheapest way to get from Carnforth to Bowness-on-Windermere is to bus and line 555 bus which costs £6 and takes 2h 3m.

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

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Carnforth station to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at St Martins Church via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Carnforth to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from Carnforth and arriving at Windermere via Lancaster and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

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

The distance between Carnforth and Bowness-on-Windermere is 37 miles. The road distance is 21.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carnforth to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £13 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Carnforth to Bowness-on-Windermere, including transfers.

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

Carnforth to Bowness-on-Windermere bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Railway Station.

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

Carnforth to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.

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

The best way to get from Carnforth to Bowness-on-Windermere is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £13 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus and line 555 bus, which costs £6 and takes 2h 3m.

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

Carnforth to Bowness-on-Windermere bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

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

Carnforth to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.

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

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

Where can I stay near Bowness-on-Windermere?

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Carnforth to Bowness-on-Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Windermeretrain Oxenholme Lake District - Windermere / ...
1h 55m
£13–26
Bus, line 555 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 555
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Martins Churchbus 505 / ...
2h 3m
£6
Drive 21.4 mi
1. Drive from Carnforth to Bowness-on-Windermerecar 21.4 mi
27 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carnforth to Bowness-on-Windermeretaxi 21.4 mi
27 min
£95–120

Carnforth to Bowness-on-Windermere by train and bus

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Distance: 37 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

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

You can take a train from Carnforth to St Martins Church via Lancaster, Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, and Bus Rail Interchange in around 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station to St Martins Church via Bus Station in around 2h 3m.

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