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The Dock Museum
Local history museum in the dock area with exhibits on shipbuilding, social history and Barrow’s industrial development.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Millom to Barrow-in-Furness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £2 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, while a coach costs an average of £7.
Distance: 12 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£2 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Millom to Barrow-in-Furness:
A train is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Millom to Barrow-in-Furness costing on average £7.
Other travel options to Barrow-in-Furness take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 10m.
The journey is about 13m faster (32m by train vs 45m by car) and roughly £4 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£2 vs £7). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Northern Trains Limited.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Millom to Barrow-in-Furness trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 20:29 Millom | 0h30 | 20:59 Barrow-in-furness | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Millom to Barrow-in-Furness run on average 6 times per day, taking around 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:58, the last at 22:12. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 31m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 5:58 |
Last train 22:12 |
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Discover the best of Barrow-in-Furness — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Barrow-in-Furness trip today.
Local history museum in the dock area with exhibits on shipbuilding, social history and Barrow’s industrial development.
Arts venue with changing exhibitions, prints and community shows in a restored building close to the town centre.
Volunteer-run aviation museum featuring aircraft, engines and displays connected with local aviation heritage on Walney Island.
Long sandy beach and coastal reserve on Walney Island, popular for walks, birdwatching and views across the Irish Sea.
Large public park with boating lake, miniature railway, play areas and open lawns, ideal for a relaxed family visit.
A scenic shoreline area with paths, sea views and a beach, well suited to gentle walks and watching coastal birdlife.
A classic Cumbrian sausage flavoured with black pepper and spices, traditionally linked to local butchers across Furness and the wider county.
A rich fruitcake from Cumbria made with dried fruit, spice and tea, long baked for celebrations and afternoon tea in local homes.
A traditional Cumbrian dessert of breadcrumbs, dried fruit and brown sugar, usually steamed or baked and served with cream or custard.
Established town-centre Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and a smart but relaxed dining room.
Stylish restaurant in a country house hotel on Walney Island, serving modern British dishes in a quieter setting.
Popular casual venue serving pizzas, burgers and grill dishes in a lively modern setting near the town centre.
Generally cheaper than major UK tourist cities. Hotels, meals and local travel are fairly priced, though options are limited and peak dates can raise accommodation costs.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares and small café bills if service is good.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Millom to Barrow-in-Furness 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 Barrow-in-Furness, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Millom to Barrow-in-Furness trains use the Millom to Barrow-in-Furness station pair. Use this guide to compare Millom and Barrow-in-Furness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Millom has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Millom.
Ticket office support is available at Millom.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Millom: Parking, WC.
Available at Millom: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Millom: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level access from station front onto Barrow platform. Steps off road bridge onto Carlisle platform. Level access onto Carlisle platform only available from supermarket car park, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Barrow-in-Furness is 1 km from Barrow-in-Furness city centre. Public transport options include:
Barrow-in-Furness has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Barrow-in-Furness.
Ticket office support is available at Barrow-in-Furness.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barrow-in-Furness: Parking, WC.
Available at Barrow-in-Furness: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barrow-in-Furness: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access across the station using lifts provided, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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