The average train between Southampton and Carnforth takes 6h 5m and the fastest train takes 5h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Southampton 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 Southampton and Carnforth. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southampton is at 8:15 PM which arrives into Carnforth at 8:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 6h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Southampton 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 Southampton to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Southampton station and arriving at Carnforth station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.
Southampton to Carnforth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.
Southampton to Carnforth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Lancaster station.
Book your Southampton to Carnforth train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Southampton and Carnforth is 370.2 km. The road distance is 442 km.
You can take a train from Southampton Central to Carnforth via Birmingham New Street and Lancaster in around 6h 5m.