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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Carnforth is to bus which costs £29 - £55 and takes 6h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Carnforth is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton to Carnforth station. However, there are services departing from Luton DART Parkway and arriving at Police Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Luton to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Carnforth via London Euston and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Luton to Carnforth?

The distance between Luton and Carnforth is 267 miles. The road distance is 217.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Carnforth without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Luton to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Carnforth bus from?

Luton to Carnforth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Luton DART Parkway station.

Where do I catch the Luton to Carnforth train from?

Luton to Carnforth train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.

Train or bus from Luton to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Luton to Carnforth is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Luton to Carnforth bus arrive?

Luton to Carnforth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Luton to Carnforth train arrive?

Luton to Carnforth train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Luton to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Carnforth is 217 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Luton to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

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Luton to Carnforth - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Luton to Carnforth by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Luton to London St Pancras Intltrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Lancastertrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 11m
£97–174
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton DART Parkway to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk023
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
6h 48m
£29–55
Drive 215.9 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Carnforthcar 215.9 mi
3h 32m
£54–77
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Luton DART Parkway to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforthtrain
5h 9m
£85–296
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Central stationbus Mk1
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain
5h 22m
£69–123
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Luton to Ketteringtrain
2. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadillytrain
4. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain
6h 39m
£110–170
Fly Luton Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LTN - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lancastertrain
4h 42m
£97–240

Luton to Carnforth by train and foot

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Distance: 265.4 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a train from Luton to Carnforth via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, and Lancaster in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luton DART Parkway to Police Station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 48m.

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