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Manchester to Carnforth train route details

First train
04:57

Last train
22:24

Journey time
1h 4m

Distance
81 km

Price
€ 2.39*
What are the next train times from Manchester to Carnforth?
Check all Manchester 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
19:56 Deansgate | 21:00 Carnforth | ![]() | Find Tickets |
20:25 Manchester Oxford Road | 21:41 Carnforth | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
20:39 Deansgate | 22:19 Carnforth | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
22:24 Manchester Oxford Road | 23:37 Paris | ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Carnforth

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 Manchester to Carnforth more budget-friendly for families, friends, or colleagues travelling together.

Split Tickets discount
It might seem unusual, but buying several cheaper tickets for different sections of your journey can result in substantial savings - and you won't need to move seats at all. Even better, Trip.com automatically finds and arranges these split tickets for you, so there's no complicated planning required.

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 Manchester 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.
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

Anytime tickets
Anytime tickets offer complete flexibility, allowing you to travel at any point during the day without restrictions. They're ideal if your plans may change or you need full freedom when travelling.

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
Flexi Season tickets suit travellers who commute a few days a week, offering 8 days of unlimited travel in a 28-day period—which often works out cheaper than buying tickets on an individual daily basis
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.











