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It takes an average of 8h 2m to travel from Bournemouth to Carnforth by train, over a distance of around 238 miles (383 km). There are normally 16 trains per day travelling from Bournemouth to Carnforth and tickets for this journey start from £61.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:12 | |
| Departure station | Bournemouth | |
| Arrival station | Carnforth | |
| Journey time | From 5h 38m | |
| Distance | 238 miles (383 km) | |
| Frequency | 16 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £61.20 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, London North Eastern Railway, South Western Railway, Southern, TransPennine Express |
Taking the train from Bournemouth to Carnforth in 5 hours 38 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Bournemouth to Carnforth? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 8 hours 2 minutes to travel the 238 miles (383 km) from Bournemouth to Carnforth by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 38 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 16 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway to Carnforth. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Bournemouth to Carnforth in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £61.20. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Carnforth by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
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3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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