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Rainhill to Carnforth train route details

First train
06:21

Last train
23:52

Journey time
1h 16m

Distance
50 miles

Price
US$32.07*
What are the next train times from Rainhill to Carnforth?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Rainhill 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
07:07 Eccleston Park | 08:32 Carnforth | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:07 Eccleston Park | 09:51 Carnforth | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:23 Rainhill | 11:00 Carnforth | ![]() | Find Tickets |
09:07 Eccleston Park | 10:24 Carnforth | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
09:21 Rainhill | 12:11 Carnforth | ![]() | Find Tickets |
10:37 Eccleston Park | 12:11 Paris | ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Rainhill to Carnforth

Book in advance
Save up to 61% on your journey from Rainhill 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
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.

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.

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Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Released up to 12 weeks in advance, these tickets are usually the most budget-friendly choice for savvy travellers

Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route

Season tickets
With weekly, monthly, and annual versions, these tickets provide unlimited travel between two stations and typically reduce fares by about 1/3

First Class tickets
First Class tickets offer a more premium travel experience, typically including wider seats, extra space, quieter coaches, and complimentary refreshments on many services for added comfort
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.










