The average train between Stirling and Carnforth takes 3h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 56m. There is a train service every few hours from Stirling 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 Stirling and Carnforth. The earliest departure is at 5:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stirling is at 11:32 PM which arrives into Carnforth at 6:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Queen Street and take an average of 3h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Stirling 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 Stirling to Carnforth. However, there are services departing from Stirling station and arriving at Carnforth station via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.
Stirling to Carnforth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stirling station.
Stirling to Carnforth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Lancaster station.
Book your Stirling to Carnforth train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Stirling and Carnforth is 233.5 km. The road distance is 331 km.
You can take a train from Stirling to Carnforth via Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Lancaster in around 3h 47m.