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Preston (Lancs) to Carnforth train route details
First train
05:18
Last train
23:10
Journey time
26m
Distance
27 miles
Price
NZD 4.73*
What are the next train times from Preston (Lancs) to Carnforth?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Preston (Lancs) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
08:35 Preston (Lancs) | 09:01 Carnforth |  | Find Tickets |
09:03 Preston (Lancs) | 09:51 Carnforth |  | Find Tickets |
09:45 Preston (Lancs) | 10:24 Carnforth | | Find Tickets |
09:54 Preston (Lancs) | 10:24 Carnforth |  | Find Tickets |
10:06 Preston (Lancs) | 10:56 Carnforth | | Find Tickets |
10:33 Preston (Lancs) | 11:00 Paris | | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Preston (Lancs) to Carnforth
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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.
Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you travel between Preston (Lancs) and Carnforth on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.
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Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Allow for cheaper and more flexible travel when avoiding weekday rush hour times
Return train tickets
Covers a round trip, including both the outward and return journeys between the same two stations
Season tickets
With weekly, monthly, and annual versions, these tickets provide unlimited travel between two stations and typically reduce fares by about 1/3
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