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Carnforth to Nelson Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Carnforth to Nelson, starting from $36.19 and averaging $36.19. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 43m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
05:44 1h 43m, 1 change Carnforth	07:27 Nelson	Find Tickets
06:44 1h 44m, 1 change Carnforth	08:28 Nelson	Find Tickets
07:43 1h 45m, 1 change Carnforth	09:28 Nelson	Find Tickets
08:39 1h 49m, 1 change Carnforth	10:28 Nelson	Find Tickets
09:40 1h 48m, 1 change Carnforth	11:28 Nelson	Find Tickets
09:56 2h 32m, 2 change Carnforth	12:28 Paris	Find Tickets

Carnforth to Nelson Train Route Details

First train

05:44

Last train

22:38

Departure city

Carnforth

Arrival city

Nelson

Journey time

1h 43m

Distance

32 miles

Price

$36.19*

Train operators

Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Carnforth to Nelson

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Carnforth to Nelson can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Carnforth to Nelson, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Carnforth to Nelson ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Carnforth to Nelson more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Carnforth to Nelson train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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