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Bristol to Carnforth train route details

First train
06:24

Last train
18:09

Journey time
3h 41m

Distance
182 miles

Price
£44.10*
What are the next train times from Bristol to Carnforth?
Check all Bristol to Carnforth journeys scheduled for today, complete with key details such as train times, whether the service is direct, total travel time, and the train operator - everything you need to travel today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
09:42 Bristol Parkway | 13:29 Carnforth | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
10:42 Bristol Parkway | 14:57 Carnforth | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
11:42 Bristol Parkway | 16:00 Carnforth | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
12:42 Bristol Parkway | 17:13 Carnforth | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
13:42 Bristol Parkway | 17:37 Carnforth | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
14:42 Bristol Parkway | 18:46 Paris | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Bristol to Carnforth

Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you make the journey between Bristol and Carnforth 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.

Split Tickets discount
It may sound odd, but splitting your journey into smaller segments by purchasing separate, cheaper tickets can often lead to significant savings, all while you remain in the same seat for the entire trip. The best part? Trip.com handles these splits for you, meaning you don't have to do any painstaking planning.

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.

Book in advance
Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Bristol to Carnforth. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.
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

Return train tickets
Covers a round trip, including both the outward and return journeys between the same two stations

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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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.










