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Carlisle to Carnforth train route details

First train
05:43

Last train
21:33

Journey time
1h 1m

Distance
54 miles

Price
NZD 24.69*
What are the next train times from Carlisle to Carnforth?
Discover all upcoming Carlisle to Carnforth services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
11:48 Carlisle | 12:58 Carnforth | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
12:06 Carlisle | 13:29 Carnforth | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
12:10 Carlisle | 16:43 Carnforth | ![]() | Find Tickets |
13:12 Carlisle | 14:13 Carnforth | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
13:49 Carlisle | 14:57 Carnforth | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
14:07 Carlisle | 15:12 Paris | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Carlisle to Carnforth

Travel during Off-Peak train times
For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.

Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
A wide selection of Railcards is available, many providing 1/3 off most train tickets — from the 16-25 and 26-30 Railcards to Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior options. With the 16-17 Saver, you can even get 50% off. Purchasing and storing your Railcard in the Trip.com app is quick and simple, ensuring instant access to generous discounts whenever you travel.

Book in advance
Save up to 61% on your journey from Carlisle to Carnforth by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.

Split Tickets discount
It may sound odd, but splitting your journey into smaller segments by purchasing separate, cheaper tickets can often lead to significant savings, all while you remain in the same seat for the entire trip. The best part? Trip.com handles these splits for you, meaning you don't have to do any painstaking planning.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Typically available up to 12 weeks before departure, they offer the most economical option for those looking to save on travel

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Offers lower fares and greater flexibility when you avoid travelling during busy weekday periods

Return train tickets
Covers a round trip, including both the outward and return journeys between the same two stations

Season tickets
With weekly, monthly, and annual versions, these tickets provide unlimited travel between two stations and typically reduce fares by about 1/3
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.










