The cheapest and fastest trains from Leeds to Carnforth
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
1 h 37 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leeds to Carnforth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leeds to Carnforth will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 5 trains that leave Leeds for Carnforth every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 43 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Leeds to Carnforth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Carnforth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £17.
Distance: 87 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Leeds to Carnforth train times
The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Carnforth trains for tomorrow, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:30 Leeds | 1h56 | 08:26 Carnforth | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:19 Leeds | 1h37 | 09:56 Carnforth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:18 Leeds | 1h38 | 11:56 Carnforth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:18 Leeds | 1h40 | 13:58 Carnforth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:18 Leeds | 1h40 | 15:58 Carnforth | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leeds to Carnforth
Trains from Leeds to Carnforth run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:26, the last at 21:43. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 44m |
First train 02:26 |
Last train 21:43 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Leeds to Carnforth trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Leeds and Carnforth from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Leeds to Carnforth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leeds to Carnforth by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Carnforth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Leeds and Carnforth
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Bagel Factory
- Caffè Nero
- KFC
- Leon
- McDonald's
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Pret a Manger
- JD Wetherspoon
- Delice de France
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi rank outside New Station Street entrance near the bus interchange.
- There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- Toilets Location: Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet on platform 12 on the South Concourse
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center
- The Queens Hotel
- Leeds Marriott Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 22:30
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform 0 / 1 Platform 6 / 8 behind the lift Platform 12 / 15 Short stay car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Bus lines: 1, 16, 201, 229, 34, 5, 60, A1
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Ramp access to both platforms using a subway
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: South corner of the car park
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Station Front.
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