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Carnforth to Chester train route details

First train
First train
13:43
Last train
Last train
22:38
Departure city
Departure city
Carnforth
Arrival city
Arrival city
Chester
Journey time
Journey time
1h 34m
Distance
Distance
104 km
Price
Price
€ 58.95*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, Transport for Wales

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13:43
2h 14m, 2 change
Carnforth
15:57
Chester
NorthernAvanti West Coast
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14:39
2h 13m, 2 change
Carnforth
16:52
Chester
NorthernAvanti West Coast
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14:39
2h 19m, 1 change
Carnforth
16:58
Chester
NorthernTransport for Wales
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15:07
1h 51m, 2 change
Carnforth
16:58
Chester
NorthernAvanti West Coast
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16:42
2h 7m, 2 change
Carnforth
18:49
Chester
NorthernAvanti West Coast
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17:11
1h 47m, 2 change
Carnforth
18:58
Paris
NorthernAvanti West Coast
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Explore the cheapest prices to Chester from Carnforth this week

Typical ticket prices between Carnforth and Chester are around € 58.95, though selecting Off-Peak or Advance fares can make your trip even more budget-friendly. Explore the options below to secure the price that suits you best!

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Mon27Apr
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Tue28Apr
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Wed29Apr
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Thu30Apr
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Fri1May
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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

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How to book cheap train tickets from Carnforth to Chester

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Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you make the journey between Carnforth and Chester 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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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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Using a Railcard for 1/3 off

Explore a range of Railcards that typically offer 1/3 off most train tickets, including the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, as well as the 16-17 Saver, which offers 50% off. They’re easy to purchase and store digitally in your Trip.com app, meaning you're only ever a tap away from great savings.
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Book in advance

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

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