Visiting Barrow by Road

From the M6 motorway, exit the M6 at junction 36 and continue along the A590 signposted Barrow.

Visiting Barrow by Bus

There is a daily National Express Coach service to Kendal with a link via X6 to Barrow. Stagecoach in Cumbria and other Operators operate a comprehensive bus service between local towns and the Lake District. For details contact National Express on: 08705 80 80 80 or use their journey planner at www.nationalexpress.com

Local bus services in Barrow are provided by Stagecoach. You can download their timetables as pdf files from the Stagecoach site: www.stagecoachbus.com

Visiting Barrow by Rail

Whether travelling South from Carlisle or West from Lancaster, the railway lines offer a scenic coastal journey into Barrow in Furness with stunning views and varied wildlife to see on the way. For information on timetables and tickets visit www.northernrailway.co.uk

Make it a Weekend Visit 

There’s more than meets the eye in Barrow in Furness, so if you are travelling from away to visit the Festival of Transport event, why don’t you make a weekend of it and explore what the area has to offer? 

With low cost accommodation, 60km of coastline, fantastic attractions and a wealth of heritage, Barrow in Furness is a great place to spend a weekend.