The average train between Salford and Carnforth takes 1h 15m and the fastest train takes 1h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Salford 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 3 hours between Salford and Carnforth. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Salford is at 10:21 PM which arrives into Carnforth at 11:37 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Salford to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Salford station and arriving at Carnforth station via Carnforth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.
Salford to Carnforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bolton station.
Salford to Carnforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carnforth station.
Book your Salford to Carnforth train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Salford and Carnforth is 77.9 km. The road distance is 90 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Bolton to Carnforth every 3 hours. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 53 min.