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Manchester to Carnforth train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester to Carnforth, starting from £2.00 and averaging £2.00. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 4m. 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	Find Tickets
04:57 2h 1m, 1 changes Manchester Piccadilly	06:58 Carnforth	Find Tickets
05:55 1h 7m, Direct Deansgate	07:02 Carnforth	Find Tickets
06:26 1h 17m, 1 changes Manchester Oxford Road	07:43 Carnforth	Find Tickets
07:56 1h 5m, Direct Deansgate	09:01 Carnforth	Find Tickets
08:24 1h 27m, 1 changes Manchester Oxford Road	09:51 Carnforth	Find Tickets
08:56 1h 28m, 1 changes Deansgate	10:24 Paris	Find Tickets

Manchester to Carnforth train route details

First train

04:57

Last train

22:24

Departure city

Manchester

Arrival city

Carnforth

Journey time

1h 4m

Distance

51 miles

Price

£2.00*

Train Operators

Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Carnforth

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester to Carnforth can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

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 Manchester 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 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 Manchester to Carnforth 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, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Manchester to Carnforth more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Manchester to Carnforth train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Manchester to Carnforth with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
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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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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