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The average train between Oxford and Carnforth takes 4h 36m and the fastest train takes 3h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Oxford to Carnforth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 36m
Duration
201 mi
Distance
£89
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train via Birmingham

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  2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Lancastertrain train London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 36m
£73–120

Oxford to Carnforth train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Oxford and Carnforth. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Oxford is at 9:39 PM which arrives into Carnforth at 8:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 43m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 33m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 23m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 36m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 44m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 31m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 18m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 44m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 31m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 18m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 44m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 31m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 18m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 48m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited3h 44m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryAvanti West CoastNorthern Trains Limited4h 31m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Oxford to Carnforth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Oxford to Carnforth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 200.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Oxford, England and Carnforth, England?

You can take a train from Oxford to Carnforth via Birmingham New Street and Lancaster in around 4h 36m.

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