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Cark & Cartmel to Preston (Lancs) train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cark & Cartmel to Preston (Lancs), starting from £17.70 and averaging £18.50. The entire journey takes no more than 51m. 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
20:18 Cark & Cartmel	21:11 Preston (Lancs)	53m, Direct	Find Tickets
21:12 Cark & Cartmel	22:38 Preston (Lancs)	1h 26m, No direct	Find Tickets
22:53 Cark & Cartmel	06:09+1 Paris	7h 16m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cark & Cartmel to Preston (Lancs) train route details

First train

09:06

Last train

22:53

Departure station

Cark & Cartmel

Arrival station

Preston (Lancs)

Journey time

51m

Distance

32 miles

Price

£17.70*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Cark & Cartmel to Preston (Lancs)

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Cark & Cartmel to Preston (Lancs). These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cark & Cartmel to Preston (Lancs), you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cark & Cartmel to Preston (Lancs) ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Cark & Cartmel to Preston (Lancs) more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cark & Cartmel to Preston (Lancs) train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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Cark & Cartmel to Preston (Lancs) train prices and times

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