Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Carnforth travel guide

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You're Going to Love Carnforth

With a population of 5,469, Carnforth is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Carnforth to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Carnforth

If you’re looking for affordable options, Plato's (2 Mill Brow) and Longlands Inn & Restaurant (The Longlands Hotel) are great picks.

When to visit Carnforth

Carnforth in January
Estimated hotel price
£48
1 night at 3-star hotel
Carnforth in January
Estimated hotel price
£48
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Carnforth

Plane

Although Carnforth doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 48 miles from Carnforth. The shortest domestic flight to Carnforth departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Carnforth, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Carnforth to Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £86 for a 2h 46m trip. Located 3 miles from the city centre, Carnforth Silverdale is the busiest station in Carnforth. Another popular train station is Carnforth Arnside, located 6 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Carnforth is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 50 miles from Carnforth. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Carnforth, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Carnforth takes 70 miles and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 80 miles.

Plane

Although Carnforth doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 48 miles from Carnforth. The shortest domestic flight to Carnforth departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Carnforth, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Carnforth to Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £86 for a 2h 46m trip. Located 3 miles from the city centre, Carnforth Silverdale is the busiest station in Carnforth. Another popular train station is Carnforth Arnside, located 6 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Carnforth is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 50 miles from Carnforth. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Alamo, among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Carnforth, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Carnforth takes 70 miles and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 80 miles.

Airports near Carnforth

LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Carnforth

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Carnforth

Average rates range from around £105 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £127 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Carnforth

Most booked hotels in Carnforth

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The Silverdale Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£84+
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Longlands Inn & Cottages
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£95+
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Pine Lake Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£85+
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The Royal Station Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£64+
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Netherwood Hotel & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£92+
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Grange Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£76+
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Hiring a car in Carnforth

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Carnforth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Carnforth is Compact (Peugeot 2008 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Carnforth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77. The most frequently booked car type in Carnforth is Compact (Peugeot 2008 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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