How to get here
Lancaster – Is served by Junction 34 of the M6 which provides immediate access to Lancaster and onwards to Morecambe and the coastline. Junction 33 is ideal for South Lancaster and Lancaster University.
Morecambe – Is easily reached from Junction 34 (Park and Ride) and the Bay Gateway, with only 3 miles between Lancaster and Morecambe. From the North, Junction 35 also provides an ideal route passing through Carnforth.
The Lune Valley & Forest of Bowland AONB – Is served by Junction 34 with immediate access to the villages at the heart of The Lune Valley. From the North, Junction 35 provides ideal access to Carnforth, the western edge of the valley.
Furness Peninsula – leave the M6 at Junction 36 signposted Barrow A590. After approximately 3 miles, take the junction on the left signposted Barrow-in-Furness. Follow signs into Barrow.
Fleetwood – At Junction 32 from the M6, take the M55 until approaching a roundabout, the A585 being the first exit. Follow
until junction, turning left down Garstang New Road, follow through Thornton-Cleveleys to Fleetwood.
By Train – Lancaster Railway Station is served by the new mainline operator Avanti with regular direct mainline services to London & South and Glasgow & North. Local services include regular service to Morecambe, Heysham, Carnforth, Arnside, Furness Peninsula and Silverdale. Use either Preston or Lancaster Railway Station, for Garstang
and the Villages of Over Wyre, with connections to Blackpool North for Poulton-Le-Fylde, Thornton-Cleveleys and Fleetwood.
The Furness Line, runs from Barrow-in-Furness to Ulverston and Grange-over-Sands, connecting with the West Coast Main Line at Carnforth. Along with the Cumbrian Coast Line, which runs north from Barrow to Carlisle, it is considered one of the most scenic routes in England.
The Bentham Line (Leeds to Lancaster & Morecambe) often referred to as the ‘Little North Western’ is a gem of a line. Crossing three rivers, the Lune, Wenning and Ribble, the line is very picturesque with excellent views to the Dales, Ingleborough and towards the Forest of Bowland.
For more information call National Rail Enquiries on 03457 484950 or visit nationalrail.co.uk
Lancaster Bus Station is a major interchange where national, regional and local connections are available, as is Preston City Bus Station for
services to Garstang, Fleetwood and the towns and villages of Wyre. Major operations include Stagecoach and National Express.
For more information call Traveline on 0871 200 2233 or visit traveline.info
BAY GATEWAY
The Bay Gateway is the favoured connection from the Heysham and Morecambe peninsula to Junction 34 of the M6 and consists of 3 miles of dual carriageway with a footpath and cycleway along the entire route.
The Bay Gateway has made access to Morecambe, Lancaster and the Port of Heysham much easier, as well as reducing travelling times.
Want More Information?
Further literature to help you once you’ve arrived is available
to download from www.lancasterandmorecambebay.com.
This includes a comprehensive visitor guide, street maps and
more. You can also collect these from local visitor centres
once you get here.
Not Here On Leisure?
There are lots of reasons why people visit Morecambe Bay.
Are you… Planning a group trip? In the area with work?
Studying here? Visiting friends and relatives?
Whatever your reason for paying a visit, local visitor centres are on hand to help with wide-ranging advice and information available.
Bay Tourism Association can offer suggested itineraries for
Group Tour Organisers. To take advantage of this service, contact the Bay Tourism Association.