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Manchester to Carnforth Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester to Carnforth, starting from DKK 17.86 and averaging DKK 256.27. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 23m. 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
17:30 2h 59m, 2 change Manchester Oxford Road	20:29 Carnforth	Find Tickets
17:38 2h 51m, 3 change Deansgate	20:29 Carnforth	Find Tickets
18:30 2h 42m, 2 change Manchester Oxford Road	21:12 Carnforth	Find Tickets
19:30 2h 57m, 2 change Manchester Oxford Road	22:27 Carnforth	Find Tickets
19:39 2h 48m, 3 change Deansgate	22:27 Carnforth	Find Tickets
22:28 7h 21m, 2 change Deansgate	05:49 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Manchester to Carnforth Train Route Details

First train

09:28

Last train

22:30

Departure city

Manchester

Arrival city

Carnforth

Journey time

2h 23m

Distance

51 miles

Price

DKK 17.86*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Carnforth

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 Manchester to Carnforth can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, 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 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Manchester to Carnforth ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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!

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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