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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Carnforth is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Carnforth is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Carnforth station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Police Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Carnforth?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Carnforth via Birmingham New Street and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Reading to Carnforth?

The distance between Reading and Carnforth is 229 miles. The road distance is 229.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Carnforth without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 1m and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Reading to Carnforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Carnforth bus from?

Reading to Carnforth bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Carnforth train from?

Reading to Carnforth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Carnforth?

The best way to get from Reading to Carnforth is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 1m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £75 - £170 and takes 9h 35m.

Where does the Reading to Carnforth bus arrive?

Reading to Carnforth bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Carnforth train arrive?

Reading to Carnforth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Reading to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Carnforth is 229 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Reading to Carnforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Carnforth?

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

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Lancastertrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 1m
£93–151
Drive 227.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Carnforthcar 227.9 mi
4h 9m
£56–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
9h 35m
£79–161
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforthtrain
5h 10m
£88–329
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
5h 17m
£116–169
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carnforthtrain
5h 6m
£117–256
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Lancastertrain
6h 47m
£105–373

Reading to Carnforth by train

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Distance: 227.9 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Carnforth via Birmingham New Street and Lancaster in around 5h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Police Station via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 35m.

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