The average train between Halifax and Carnforth takes 2h 43m and the fastest train takes 1h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Halifax 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 Halifax and Carnforth. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Halifax is at 10:30 PM which arrives into Carnforth at 5:49 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Halifax to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Halifax station and arriving at Carnforth station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.
Halifax to Carnforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Halifax station.
Halifax to Carnforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carnforth station.
Book your Halifax to Carnforth train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Halifax and Carnforth is 75.7 km. The road distance is 114 km.
You can take a train from Halifax to Carnforth via Preston in around 2h 34m.