The average train between Birmingham and Carnforth takes 2h 41m and the fastest train takes 2h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham to Carnforth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Birmingham and Carnforth. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 7:07 PM which arrives into Carnforth at 9:40 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Birmingham station and arriving at Carnforth station via Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.
Birmingham to Carnforth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Carnforth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lancaster station.
Book your Birmingham to Carnforth train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Birmingham and Carnforth is 192 km. The road distance is 209 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Lancaster hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 1m.