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Preston to Cark train route details

First train
First train
05:18
Last train
Last train
23:10
Departure city
Departure city
Preston
Arrival city
Arrival city
Cark
Journey time
Journey time
49m
Distance
Distance
32 miles
Price
Price
£2.00*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

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06:34
52m, Direct
Preston (Lancs)
07:26
Cark & Cartmel
Northern
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07:04
1h 4m, 1 change
Preston (Lancs)
08:08
Cark & Cartmel
TransPennine ExpressNorthern
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07:54
1h, 1 change
Preston (Lancs)
08:54
Cark & Cartmel
Avanti West CoastNorthern
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08:35
50m, Direct
Preston (Lancs)
09:25
Cark & Cartmel
Northern
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09:45
1h 3m, 1 change
Preston (Lancs)
10:48
Cark & Cartmel
Northern
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09:54
54m, 1 change
Preston (Lancs)
10:48
Paris
Avanti West CoastNorthern
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Where to stay near Cark

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    Station Rd
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  • Willow Chalet Near Cartmel & Lake Windermere
    Willow Chalet Near Cartmel & Lake Windermere
    4 Willow Lane
    10.0/10
    0 review
  • Mulberry Cottage
    Mulberry Cottage
    117 Station Road
    8.8/10
    0 review
  • Amber Cottage
    Amber Cottage
    7 Cark House Court
    8.0/10
    0 review
  • Waingate Cottage
    Waingate Cottage
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    9.3/10
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How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to Cark

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Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you make the journey between Preston and Cark on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
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Group travel deals

Travelling with a group of 3 to 9 people? Most train companies offer group discounts, allowing you to save up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes journeys from Preston to Cark more budget-friendly for families, friends, or colleagues travelling together.
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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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