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Preston to Carnforth train route details

First train
First train
09:45
Last train
Last train
21:41
Departure city
Departure city
Preston
Arrival city
Arrival city
Carnforth
Journey time
Journey time
26m
Distance
Distance
42 km
Price
Price
PLN 9.32*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

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09:45
39m, 1 change
Lancs
10:24
Carnforth
Northern
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09:54
30m, 1 change
Lancs
10:24
Carnforth
Avanti West CoastNorthern
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10:03
53m, 1 change
Lancs
10:56
Carnforth
TransPennine ExpressNorthern
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10:33
27m, Direct
Lancs
11:00
Carnforth
Northern
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11:44
27m, Direct
Lancs
12:11
Carnforth
Northern
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12:04
54m, 1 change
Lancs
12:58
Paris
TransPennine ExpressNorthern
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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 Carnforth more budget-friendly for families, friends, or colleagues travelling together.
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To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.
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Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Preston to Carnforth. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.

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