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Carnforth to Preston train route details

First train
First train
20:38
Last train
Last train
22:38
Departure city
Departure city
Carnforth
Arrival city
Arrival city
Preston
Journey time
Journey time
25m
Distance
Distance
42 km
Price
Price
€ 17.31*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

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20:38
29m, Direct
Carnforth
21:07
Preston
Northern
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21:04
41m, 1 change
Carnforth
21:45
Preston
NorthernTransPennine Express
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21:38
59m, 1 change
Carnforth
22:37
Preston
NorthernAvanti West Coast
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22:38
32m, Direct
Carnforth
23:10
Preston
Northern
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05:44
25m, Direct
Carnforth
06:09
Preston
Northern
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06:21
34m, 1 change
Carnforth
06:55
Paris
NorthernAvanti West Coast
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Ticket prices for Carnforth to Preston typically cost around € 17.31, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!

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Thu21May
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Fri22May
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Sun24May
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How to book cheap train tickets from Carnforth to Preston

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Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you make the journey between Carnforth and Preston on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
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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.
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Using a Railcard for 1/3 off

Explore a range of Railcards that typically offer 1/3 off most train tickets, including the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, as well as the 16-17 Saver, which offers 50% off. They’re easy to purchase and store digitally in your Trip.com app, meaning you're only ever a tap away from great savings.
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Book in advance

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

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