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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Lancaster to Carnforth. Traveling by bus from Lancaster to Carnforth usually takes around 42 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 40 minutes.
| Distance | 6 mi (9 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 40m |
| Cheapest price | $8.56 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Lancaster to Carnforth?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Lancaster to Carnforth. National Express is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 2 | 0h 43m | $10.73 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 42 minutes to cover the 6 miles from Lancaster to Carnforth. However, the fastest bus only takes 40 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 5:00pm and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Lancaster to Carnforth, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Lancaster to Carnforth. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Lancaster to Carnforth; ticket prices start at $5.17.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Lancaster?
Main departure station: Lancaster University
Most buses depart from the main station in Lancaster.
All bus stations in Lancaster:
Lancaster University
Where does the bus arrive in Carnforth?
Main arrival station: 48 Lancaster Rd
All buses from Lancaster arrive at one main station in Carnforth.
All bus stations in Carnforth:
48 Lancaster Rd
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