How to get from Preston to Carnforth by train?

From Preston to Carnforth by train

Take one direct train from Preston to Carnforth in North West: take the NORTHERN train from Preston station to Carnforth station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 35 min.

35min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Carnforth
Leaves from Preston

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Preston
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Barrow-In-Furness
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Carnforth
    26 min
  • 4
    Walk to Carnforth
    Walk to
    Carnforth
    210 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Preston to Carnforth by bus and train

To get from Preston to Carnforth in North West, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the AVANTI WEST COAST train from Preston station to Lancaster station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 100 bus and finally take the 5 bus from Broadway station to War Memorial (Stop 3) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 25 min.

85min
Walk to train station
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Bus - 100100
Bus - 55
Walk to Carnforth
Leaves from Preston

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Preston
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    Glasgow Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lancaster
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lancaster
    830 yd • 11 min
  • 5
    Bus - 100100
    Wait for bus
    100
    Morecambe
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broadway
    19 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Broadway
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 55
    Wait for bus
    5
    Carnforth
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    War Memorial (Stop 3)
    17 min
  • 10
    Walk to Carnforth
    Walk to
    Carnforth
    100 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Preston to Carnforth

The distance between Preston, North West and Carnforth, North West is approximately 27.37 mi, which can typically be travelled in 35 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Preston to Carnforth by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Preston

Preston is located at Preston, North West and the nearest public transport station is Railway Station.

Train stations close to Preston:

  • Preston

Bus stations close to Preston:

  • Railway Station
  • Railway Station (Stand C)
  • Railway Station (Stand B)

Public transport stations close to Carnforth, North West

Carnforth is located at Carnforth, North West and the nearest public transport station is Market Street (Stop 6).

Bus stations close to Carnforth:

  • Market Street (Stop 6)
  • Market Street (Stop 7)
  • Keer Park

Related Routes

From Preston to Carnforth by bus and train

To get from Preston to Carnforth in North West, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the AVANTI WEST COAST train from Preston station to Lancaster station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 100 bus and finally take the 5 bus from Broadway station to War Memorial (Stop 3) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 25 min.

85min
Walk to train station
Train - AVANTI WEST COAST
Bus - 100100
Bus - 55
Walk to Carnforth
Leaves from Preston

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Preston
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - AVANTI WEST COASTAVANTI WEST COAST
    Wait for train
    AVANTI WEST COAST
    Glasgow Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lancaster
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lancaster
    830 yd • 11 min
  • 5
    Bus - 100100
    Wait for bus
    100
    Morecambe
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broadway
    19 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Broadway
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 55
    Wait for bus
    5
    Carnforth
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    War Memorial (Stop 3)
    17 min
  • 10
    Walk to Carnforth
    Walk to
    Carnforth
    100 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Carnforth?

    The fastest way takes 35 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Preston to Carnforth?

    The alternative route takes 85 minutes, using Bus line AVANTI WEST COAST, Bus line 100, Bus line 5.

  • Is there a direct train between Preston and Carnforth in North West?

    Yes, there is a direct train going from Preston to Carnforth in North West in 35 min.

  • Which train line goes from Preston to Carnforth in North West?

    The NORTHERN train line goes from Preston station near Preston to Barrow-In-Furness station near Carnforth in North West.

  • How long does it take to travel from Preston to Carnforth in North West by train?

    The total travel time between Preston and Carnforth in North West by train is about 35 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Preston to get to Carnforth in North West?

    Get on the NORTHERN train from the Preston station near Preston in North West.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Preston and Carnforth in North West?

    Get off the train at the Barrow-In-Furness station, which is closest to Carnforth in North West.

  • When is the first train from Preston to Carnforth in North West?

    The first train from Preston to Carnforth in North West is Northern. It leaves the Preston station at 06:18.

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