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Manchester to Carnforth Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester to Carnforth, starting from DKK 256.27 and averaging DKK 256.27. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 26m. 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
19:24 2h 37m, Changes required Manchester Oxford Road	22:01 Carnforth	Find Tickets
19:48 2h 57m, Changes required Manchester Oxford Road	22:45 Carnforth	Find Tickets
20:25 3h 3m, Changes required Manchester Oxford Road	23:28 Carnforth	Find Tickets
20:39 2h 49m, Changes required Deansgate	23:28 Carnforth	Find Tickets
23:17 11h 4m, Changes required Manchester Victoria	10:21 +1 Carnforth	Find Tickets
23:22 10h 59m, Changes required Manchester Victoria	10:21 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Manchester to Carnforth Train Route Details

First train

06:25

Last train

23:22

Departure station

Manchester

Arrival station

Carnforth

Journey time

2h 26m

Distance

51 miles

Price

DKK 256.27*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, Transport for Wales

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

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 Manchester to Carnforth, 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 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

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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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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