The average train between Carnforth and Bradford takes 1h 41m and the fastest train takes 1h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Carnforth to Bradford. 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 every 4 hours between Carnforth and Bradford. The earliest departure is at 6:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carnforth is at 8:41 PM which arrives into Bradford at 10:23 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Carnforth to Bradford. However, there are services departing from Carnforth station and arriving at Bradford station via Shipley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.
Carnforth to Bradford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carnforth station.
Carnforth to Bradford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Shipley station.
Book your Carnforth to Bradford train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Carnforth and Bradford is 76.3 km. The road distance is 89 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carnforth to Shipley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 1h 21m.