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Trip Summary
8 trains operate daily from Preston to Carnforth. The train trip from Preston to Carnforth is usually about 47 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Northern Rail train can get you there in as little as 27 minutes.
| Distance | 25 mi (41 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 27m |
| Lowest price | $14.03 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Virgin Trains + Connections |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Preston to Carnforth
- Northern Rail tickets: $14 one-way
- TransPennine Express + Connections tickets: $14 one-way
- Virgin Trains + Connections tickets: $14 one-way
Which train should you take from Preston to Carnforth?
There are 3 train lines with service from Preston to Carnforth. Virgin Trains + Connections is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 5 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Rail | 1 | 0h 27m | $14.03 |
| TransPennine Express + Connections | 2 | 0h 45m | $14.03 |
| Virgin Trains + Connections | 5 | 0h 53m | $14.78 |
Northern Rail, branded simply as 'Northern' on its trains, travels to cities such as Manchester, Blackpool, Windermere, Newcastle, and York. Complimentary WiFi is usually available in first- and standard-class carriages, plus an onboard restroom. The newer trains boast extra legroom, and all services have space for luggage at the end of carriages.
TransPennine Express + Connections train tickets from Preston to Carnforth start from $14, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 TransPennine Express + Connections schedules to Carnforth. TransPennine Express + Connections in Preston leaves from Preston (Lancs) . And in Carnforth trains arrive at Carnforth Station .
From Preston to Carnforth train travel on TransPennine Express + Connections takes 0 hours and 45 minutes. If you are looking to get to Carnforth faster, TransPennine Express + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 27 minutes.
Virgin Trains + Connections train tickets from Preston to Carnforth start from $14, and on average cost . Daily there are 5 Virgin Trains + Connections schedules to Carnforth. Virgin Trains + Connections in Preston leaves from Preston (Lancs) . And in Carnforth trains arrive at Carnforth Station .
From Preston to Carnforth train travel on Virgin Trains + Connections takes 0 hours and 53 minutes. If you are looking to get to Carnforth faster, Virgin Trains + Connections offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 27 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Preston to Carnforth. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Preston at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 8 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Preston to Carnforth. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Carnforth to Preston.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Preston?
Main departure station: Preston Station
There is one train station in Preston.
All train stations in Preston:
Preston Station
Where is the train station in Carnforth?
Main arrival station: Carnforth Station
Carnforth has one train station.
All train stations in Carnforth:
Carnforth Station
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