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Darwen to Carnforth by train

First train

06:56

Last train

18:56

Departure station

Darwen

Arrival station

Carnforth

Journey time

From 1h 17m

Distance

32 miles (52 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast

Taking the train from Darwen to Carnforth in 1 hour 17 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Darwen to Carnforth? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 1 hour 45 minutes to travel the 32 miles (52 km) from Darwen to Carnforth by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 17 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 0 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. During your journey, you'll either be travelling with Avanti West Coast or TransPennine Express, as they are the main operators of services on this route.

Book train tickets from Darwen to Carnforth in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Darwen to Carnforth? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Darwen and Carnforth by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Darwen to Carnforth is 1 hour and 17 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Darwen to Carnforth?

No, there are no direct train services from Darwen to Carnforth. Travelling from Darwen to Carnforth by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Darwen to Carnforth leave?

The first train from Darwen to Carnforth leaves at 06:56. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Darwen to Carnforth leave?

The last train from Darwen to Carnforth leaves at 18:56. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Darwen and Carnforth by train?

Trains travelling from Darwen to Carnforth cover a distance of around 32 miles (52 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Carnforth to Darwen.

Cheap train tickets from Darwen to Carnforth

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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