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Manchester to Carnforth Train Route Details

First train
04:57

Last train
22:24

Journey time
1 time 4 minutter

Distance
81 km

Price
2,80 USD*
What are the next train times from Manchester to Carnforth?
Discover all upcoming Manchester to Carnforth services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
16:56 Deansgate | 18:00 Carnforth | ![]() | Find Tickets |
17:24 Manchester Oxford Road | 18:46 Carnforth | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
17:56 Deansgate | 19:23 Carnforth | ![]() | Find Tickets |
18:56 Deansgate | 20:13 Carnforth | ![]() | Find Tickets |
19:24 Manchester Oxford Road | 20:40 Carnforth | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
19:56 Deansgate | 21:00 Paris | ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Carnforth

Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.

Travel during Off-Peak train times
For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.

Season tickets for frequent travelers
If you travel between Manchester and Carnforth on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.

Book in advance
Advance tickets, usually released up to 12 weeks before travel, can save you up to 61% on journeys from Manchester to Carnforth when booked at least 1 week in advance. Savings exclude Anytime fares, and are subject to route availability.
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 travelers

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Provides a more affordable and flexible way to travel by steering clear of weekday rush hours

Return train tickets
Covers a round trip, including both the outward and return journeys between the same two stations

Flexi Season tickets
Flexi Season tickets combine flexibility with value, letting you travel on any 8 days within a 28-day period. It's an ideal choice if you don't commute every day but want discounted fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.










