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Nottingham to Carnforth Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Nottingham to Carnforth, starting from £11.50 and averaging £82.60. The entire journey takes no more than 3 hours 12 minutes. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Operator	Find Tickets
17:16 3 hours 12 minutes, Changes required Nottingham	20:28 Carnforth		Find Tickets
17:46 3 hours 28 minutes, Changes required Nottingham	21:14 Carnforth		Find Tickets
18:16 4 hours 13 minutes, Changes required Nottingham	22:29 Carnforth	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
19:47 10 hours 2 minutes, Changes required Nottingham	05:49 +1 Carnforth		Find Tickets
20:24 11 hours 19 minutes, Changes required Nottingham	07:43 +1 Carnforth		Find Tickets
21:18 11 hours 14 minutes, Changes required Nottingham	08:32 +1 Paris	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets

Nottingham to Carnforth Train Route Details

First train

00:25

Last train

21:22

Departure station

Nottingham

Arrival station

Carnforth

Journey time

3 hours 12 minutes

Distance

169 km

Price

£11.50*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Nottingham to Carnforth

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Nottingham to Carnforth during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Nottingham to Carnforth, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Nottingham to Carnforth more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Nottingham to Carnforth train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Nottingham to Carnforth Train prices and times

Nottingham to Carnforth Train Route Details