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Preston to Carnforth train route details

First train
First train
12:55
Last train
Last train
21:30
Departure city
Departure city
Preston
Arrival city
Arrival city
Carnforth
Journey time
Journey time
1h 20m
Distance
Distance
42 km
Price
Price
SEK 26.00*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Northern, TransPennine Express

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12:55
1h 18m, 1 change
Lancs
14:13
Carnforth
TransPennine ExpressNorthern
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13:40
1h 17m, 1 change
Lancs
14:57
Carnforth
TransPennine ExpressNorthern
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14:00
1h 12m, 1 change
Lancs
15:12
Carnforth
Avanti West CoastNorthern
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14:50
1h 21m, 1 change
Lancs
16:11
Carnforth
Avanti West CoastNorthern
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15:55
1h 7m, 1 change
Lancs
17:02
Carnforth
TransPennine ExpressNorthern
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16:20
1h 17m, 1 change
Lancs
17:37
Paris
Avanti West CoastNorthern
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Ticket prices for Preston to Carnforth typically cost around SEK 26.00, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!

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