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Wakefield to Carnforth Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Wakefield to Carnforth? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €44.83, with average prices for this route around €44.83.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
20:32 3h 5m, 1 change Wakefield Kirkgate	23:37 Carnforth	Find Tickets
22:32 7h 17m, 2 change Wakefield Kirkgate	05:49 +1 Carnforth	Find Tickets
22:32 8h 30m, 1 change Wakefield Kirkgate	07:02 +1 Carnforth	Find Tickets
23:25 7h 37m, 3 change Wakefield Westgate	07:02 +1 Carnforth	Find Tickets
23:30 8h 13m, 3 change Wakefield Kirkgate	07:43 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Wakefield to Carnforth Train Route Details

First train

06:35

Last train

23:30

Departure city

Wakefield

Arrival station

Carnforth

Journey time

2h 16m

Distance

97 km

Price

€44.83*

Train operators

CrossCountry, Northern, Grand Central

How to book cheap train tickets from Wakefield to Carnforth

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Wakefield to Carnforth. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Wakefield to Carnforth, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Wakefield to Carnforth ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Wakefield to Carnforth more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Wakefield to Carnforth train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Wakefield to Carnforth Train prices and times

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