Morecambe travel guide

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You're Going to Love Morecambe

With a population of 51,644, Morecambe is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Morecambe to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Morecambe

If you’re looking for affordable options, Toby Carvery - Morecambe (Toby Carvery - Morecambe Lancaster Road) and Frankie & Benny's - Morecame (Central Drive) are great picks.

When to visit Morecambe

Morecambe in January
Estimated hotel price
£63
1 night at 3-star hotel
Morecambe in January
Estimated hotel price
£63
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Morecambe

Plane

Although Morecambe doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 51 miles from Morecambe. The shortest domestic flight to Morecambe departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Morecambe, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Morecambe to Liverpool takes 0h 37m and costs around £4 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Leeds, expect to pay about £11 for a 1h 40m trip. Located 0.5 miles from the city centre, Morecambe is the busiest station in Morecambe. Another popular train station is Morecambe Heysham Port, located 3 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Morecambe is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 48 miles from Morecambe. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Morecambe, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Morecambe takes 45 miles and will cost you around £6. From Thorner, the ticket costs about £8 for a journey of 80 miles.

Plane

Although Morecambe doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 51 miles from Morecambe. The shortest domestic flight to Morecambe departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Morecambe, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Morecambe to Liverpool takes 0h 37m and costs around £4 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Leeds, expect to pay about £11 for a 1h 40m trip. Located 0.5 miles from the city centre, Morecambe is the busiest station in Morecambe. Another popular train station is Morecambe Heysham Port, located 3 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Morecambe is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 48 miles from Morecambe. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Morecambe, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Morecambe takes 45 miles and will cost you around £6. From Thorner, the ticket costs about £8 for a journey of 80 miles.

Airports near Morecambe

Airlines serving Morecambe

Lufthansa
Good (4,640 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (926 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,467 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,604 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,296 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,555 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,934 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,758 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,166 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (913 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Morecambe

Most booked hotels in Morecambe

Thurnham Hall Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£68+
The Crown Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£68+
Pine Lake Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£61+
Midland Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£123+
Royal Kings Arms Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£86+
Lancaster House Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£115+

Hiring a car in Morecambe

Hiring a car in Morecambe costs £33 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Morecambe (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.83 and £23.77. Economy (Seat Ibiza or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Morecambe, while also 78% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Morecambe costs £33 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Morecambe (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.83 and £23.77. Economy (Seat Ibiza or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Morecambe, while also 78% cheaper than other types, on average.