go2 lancaster centre hotel
6 Spring Garden St, King St
124 review
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Preston to Carnforth train route details
First train
05:18
Last train
23:10
Journey time
26m
Distance
27 miles
Price
€2.38*
What are the next train times from Preston to Carnforth?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Preston to Carnforth happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
18:53 Preston (Lancs) | 19:23 Carnforth |   | Find Tickets |
19:45 Preston (Lancs) | 20:13 Carnforth | | Find Tickets |
20:07 Preston (Lancs) | 20:40 Carnforth |  | Find Tickets |
20:33 Preston (Lancs) | 21:00 Carnforth | | Find Tickets |
20:41 Preston (Lancs) | 21:41 Carnforth | | Find Tickets |
22:11 Preston (Lancs) | 22:41 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Where to stay near Carnforth
GO2 Lancaster Centre Hotel by OYO6 Spring Garden St, King St27 review
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Quite Simply French27A St George's Quay74 review
How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to Carnforth
Book in advance
Save up to 61% on your journey from Preston 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.
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
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.
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.
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
First Class tickets
First Class tickets give you a more comfortable ride, with larger seats, extra legroom, and access to premium amenities such as refreshments or quieter carriages on many routes
Season tickets
Allowing unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, and annual options, you can save approximately 1/3 on train fares
Flexi Season tickets
Designed for part-time commuters, Flexi Season tickets provide 8 travel days within a 28-day window, giving flexibility while still offering meaningful savings compared to buying tickets individually.
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