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Wigan to Carnforth Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Wigan to Carnforth? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £2.00, with average prices for this route around £24.10.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

DepartureArrivalOperator
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22:48
49m, 1 change
Wigan North Western
23:37
Carnforth
Avanti West CoastNorthern
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Wigan to Carnforth Train Route Details

First train
First train
06:28
Last train
Last train
22:48
Departure city
Departure city
Wigan
Arrival city
Arrival city
Carnforth
Journey time
Journey time
45m
Distance
Distance
42 miles
Price
Price
£2.00*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Wigan to Carnforth

Traveling in off-peak train times

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 Wigan to Carnforth can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

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

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 Wigan 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%

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 Wigan 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

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Wigan to Carnforth more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Wigan 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.