The average train between Leicester and Carnforth takes 4h 9m and the fastest train takes 3h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester 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 Leicester and Carnforth. The earliest departure is at 7:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Carnforth at 8:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Nuneaton and take an average of 4h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Leicester 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.
No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Carnforth station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.
Leicester to Carnforth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Nuneaton station.
Leicester to Carnforth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Lancaster station.
Book your Leicester to Carnforth train tickets online with Cross Country, West Midlands Trains and 2 other operators.
The distance between Leicester and Carnforth is 198.1 km. The road distance is 252 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Carnforth via Nuneaton, Crewe, and Lancaster in around 4h 17m.