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Manchester to Carnforth Train prices and times
Planning a journey from Manchester to Carnforth? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £28.70, with average prices for this route around £28.70. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
17:24 Manchester Oxford Road | 19:59 Carnforth |   | Find Tickets |
17:48 Manchester Oxford Road | 20:40 Carnforth |   | Find Tickets |
18:24 Manchester Oxford Road | 20:59 Carnforth | | Find Tickets |
18:48 Manchester Oxford Road | 21:41 Carnforth | | Find Tickets |
19:24 Manchester Oxford Road | 22:01 Carnforth | | Find Tickets |
19:48 Manchester Oxford Road | 22:45 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Manchester to Carnforth Train Route Details
First train
06:25
Last train
23:22
Journey time
2h 26m
Distance
51 miles
Price
£28.70*
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Carnforth
Traveling in off-peak train times
We recommend buying train tickets from Manchester to Carnforth during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing off-peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester to Carnforth for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 traveling from Manchester 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%
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 Manchester to Carnforth 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 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.
Manchester to Carnforth train ticket types
Save money on your trip from Manchester to Carnforth with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
Off-peak & Super Off-peak tickets
These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak hours, with cheaper prices.
Return train tickets
These are valid for both the outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.