The average train between Sheffield and Carnforth takes 2h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Sheffield 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 Sheffield and Carnforth. The earliest departure is at 3:20 AM at night, and the last departure from Sheffield is at 9:11 PM which arrives into Carnforth at 11:37 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Sheffield station and arriving at Carnforth station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.
Sheffield to Carnforth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sheffield station.
Sheffield to Carnforth train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Carnforth station.
Book your Sheffield to Carnforth train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Sheffield and Carnforth is 119.2 km. The road distance is 161 km.
You can take a train from Sheffield to Carnforth via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 5m.