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Preston to Carnforth train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Preston to Carnforth, starting from € 2.40 and averaging € 2.40. The entire journey takes no more than 26m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
05:18 31m, Direct Preston (Lancs)	05:49 Carnforth	Find Tickets
05:36 1h 22m, 1 changes Preston (Lancs)	06:58 Carnforth	Find Tickets
06:34 28m, Direct Preston (Lancs)	07:02 Carnforth	Find Tickets
07:04 39m, 1 changes Preston (Lancs)	07:43 Carnforth	Find Tickets
08:42 27m, Direct Preston (Lancs)	09:09 Carnforth	Find Tickets
09:03 48m, 1 changes Preston (Lancs)	09:51 Paris	Find Tickets

Preston to Carnforth train route details

First train

05:18

Last train

22:30

Departure city

Preston

Arrival station

Carnforth

Journey time

26m

Distance

42 km

Price

€ 2.40*

Train Operators

Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to Carnforth

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Preston to Carnforth can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Preston to Carnforth, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

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