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Trip Overview

The average train between York and Carnforth takes 2h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from York 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.

2h 27m
Duration
88 mi
Distance
£35
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

York to Carnforth train times

Trains run every 4 hours between York and Carnforth. The earliest departure is at 7:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from York is at 6:49 PM which arrives into Carnforth at 9:01 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 5m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 17m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 5m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 5m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 6m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 7m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 13m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 14m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 6m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 7m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 13m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 14m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 6m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 7m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 13m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 14m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 6m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 7m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 13m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 14m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 6m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 7m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 13m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 14m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 6m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 7m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 11m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited2h 14m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from York 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.

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  • Distance: 88.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between York, England and Carnforth, England?

You can take a train from York to Carnforth via Leeds in around 2h 59m.

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