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Manchester to Carnforth Train Route Details

First train
First train
04:57
Last train
Last train
22:24
Departure city
Departure city
Manchester
Arrival city
Arrival city
Carnforth
Journey time
Journey time
1h 4m
Distance
Distance
51 miles
Price
Price
€2.40*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

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04:57
2h 1m, 1 change
Manchester Piccadilly
06:58
Carnforth
TransPennine ExpressNorthern
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05:55
1h 7m, Direct
Deansgate
07:02
Carnforth
Northern
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06:26
1h 17m, 1 change
Manchester Oxford Road
07:43
Carnforth
TransPennine ExpressNorthern
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06:39
1h 53m, 2 change
Deansgate
08:32
Carnforth
NorthernAvanti West Coast
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07:56
1h 5m, Direct
Deansgate
09:01
Carnforth
Northern
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08:24
1h 27m, 1 change
Manchester Oxford Road
09:51
Paris
TransPennine ExpressNorthern
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How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Carnforth

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Season tickets for frequent travelers

If you make the journey between Manchester and Carnforth on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
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Travel during Off-Peak train times

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 traveling 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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Book in advance

Save up to 61% on your journey from Manchester to Carnforth by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.
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