The average train between Southport and Carnforth takes 2h 4m and the fastest train takes 1h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Southport 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 Southport and Carnforth. The earliest departure is at 7:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Southport is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Carnforth at 7:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Wigan Wallgate and take an average of 2h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Southport 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 Southport to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Southport station and arriving at Carnforth station via Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.
Southport to Carnforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Southport station.
Southport to Carnforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Lancaster station.
Book your Southport to Carnforth train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Southport and Carnforth is 55.9 km. The road distance is 96 km.
You can take a train from Southport to Carnforth via Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Lancaster in around 1h 57m.