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Preston to Carnforth train route details
First train
05:18
Last train
23:10
Journey time
26m
Distance
42 km
Price
€2.41*
What are the next train times from Preston to Carnforth?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Preston to Carnforth happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:18 Preston (Lancs) | 05:49 Carnforth |  | Find Tickets |
05:36 Preston (Lancs) | 06:58 Carnforth |  | Find Tickets |
06:34 Preston (Lancs) | 07:02 Carnforth | | Find Tickets |
07:04 Preston (Lancs) | 07:43 Carnforth | | Find Tickets |
07:54 Preston (Lancs) | 08:32 Carnforth |  | Find Tickets |
08:35 Preston (Lancs) | 09:01 Paris | | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to Carnforth
Book in advance
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Group travel deals
If your party consists of 3 to 9 travellers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Preston to Carnforth more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Released up to 12 weeks in advance, these tickets are usually the most budget-friendly choice for savvy travellers
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route
Season tickets
Offering unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, or annual options, these tickets can help you save around a third on train fares
Flexi Season tickets
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