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Accrington to Carnforth train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Accrington to Carnforth, starting from £23.20 and averaging £23.20. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 1m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
01:30 Accrington	07:43 Carnforth	6h 13m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:12 Accrington	08:32 Carnforth	1h 20m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:23 Accrington	09:00 Carnforth	1h 37m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:12 Accrington	09:51 Carnforth	1h 39m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:12 Accrington	10:24 Carnforth	1h 12m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:23 Accrington	11:00 Paris	1h 37m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Accrington to Carnforth train route details

First train

01:30

Last train

23:23

Departure station

Accrington

Arrival station

Carnforth

Journey time

1h 1m

Distance

32 miles

Price

£23.20*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Accrington to Carnforth

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Accrington to Carnforth during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Accrington to Carnforth for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Accrington to Carnforth, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Accrington to Carnforth ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Accrington to Carnforth train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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