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Preston to Carnforth train route details

First train

05:18

Last train

23:10

Departure city

Preston

Arrival city

Carnforth

Journey time

26m

Distance

27 miles

Price

HK$21.73*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

What are the next train times from Preston to Carnforth?

Discover all upcoming Preston 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

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
05:18 31m, Direct Lancs	05:49 Carnforth	Find Tickets
05:36 1h 22m, 1 change Lancs	06:58 Carnforth	Find Tickets
06:34 28m, Direct Lancs	07:02 Carnforth	Find Tickets
07:04 39m, 1 change Lancs	07:43 Carnforth	Find Tickets
07:54 38m, 1 change Lancs	08:32 Carnforth	Find Tickets
08:35 26m, Direct Lancs	09:01 Paris	Find Tickets

Explore the cheapest prices to Carnforth from Preston this week

Typical ticket prices between Preston and Carnforth are around HK$21.73, though selecting Off-Peak or Advance fares can make your trip even more budget-friendly. Explore the options below to secure the price that suits you best!

HK$21.73

Thu26Mar

HK$21.73

Fri27Mar

HK$21.73

Sat28Mar

HK$21.73

Sun29Mar

HK$21.73

Mon30Mar

HK$21.73

Tue31Mar

HK$21.73

Wed1Apr

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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to Carnforth

Using a Railcard for 1/3 off

Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.

Travel during Off-Peak train times

We'd strongly suggest avoiding rush hour crowds by travelling on Off-Peak services, often leading to a cheaper and more peaceful journey. Exact timings vary between providers, but in general, skip travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. Off-Peak rates are available all day on weekends and bank holidays.

Season tickets for frequent travellers

Regular commuters travelling between Preston and Carnforth - whether weekly, monthly, or annually - can benefit greatly from season tickets. Season tickets allow unlimited travel between both stations within specific time periods, offering substantial savings and eliminating the need to purchase individual tickets for every trip.

Group travel deals

If your party consists of 3 to 9 travellers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Preston to Carnforth more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.

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