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Trip Overview

The average train between Exeter and Carnforth takes 6h 6m and the fastest train takes 4h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Exeter 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.

6h 6m
Duration
294 mi
Distance
£137
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Exeter to Carnforth train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Exeter and Carnforth. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Exeter is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Carnforth at 8:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 6h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 36m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 48m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 35m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 44m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 46m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 38m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 1m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 30m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 46m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 38m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 1m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 30m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 46m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 38m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 1m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 30m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 46m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 38m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 1m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 30m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 46m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 38m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 1m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 30m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 44m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 31m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 1m • 2 changes
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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited5h 30m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Exeter to Carnforth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Exeter to Carnforth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 294.5 mi
  • Duration: 6h 6m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Carnforth, England?

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Carnforth via Birmingham New Street and Lancaster in around 5h 53m.

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