The average train between Crewe and Carnforth takes 3h 12m and the fastest train takes 2h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Crewe 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 every 2 hours between Crewe and Carnforth. The earliest departure is at 12:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Crewe is at 7:16 PM which arrives into Carnforth at 11:37 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Crewe to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Crewe station and arriving at Carnforth station via Manchester Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.
Crewe to Carnforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Crewe station.
Crewe to Carnforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carnforth station.
Book your Crewe to Carnforth train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Crewe and Carnforth is 116.6 km. The road distance is 146 km.
You can take a train from Crewe to Carnforth via Manchester Airport in around 3h 8m.