4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Lancaster
Cheapest price
$114
Average price
$114
Fastest journey
4 h 18 m
Average duration
4 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
404 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Lancaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Lancaster will cost around $114 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $114.
Of the 1 trains that leave Brighton for Lancaster on Wed, Jul 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct trains cover the 404 km distance in an average of 4 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 18 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest trains will take 4 h 18 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.
8:36 AM4h18Brighton12:54 PMLancaster$1141One-way0 transfers
- 8:36 AM4h18Brighton12:54 PMLancaster$1141One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Brighton to Lancaster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Lancaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $65, and a flight costs an average of $76.
Distance: 251 miles (404 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$140 Average price | $191 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest |
4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 26m Average total duration 12h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brighton to Lancaster:
A bus is $66 (€55) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brighton to Lancaster costing on average $140 (€116).
A bus is $117 (€96) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brighton to Lancaster costing on average $191 (€157).
Other travel options to Lancaster take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 4m.
Bus takes on average 12h 56m.
Live departures
Brighton to Lancaster train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Lancaster trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W34033+ G77261+ Tube from London Victoria to London Euston | Delayed 9:30 AM 8:36 AMBrighton station (BTN) | 4h18 | 12:54 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 2 transfers | |
| W34016+G27063+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston | Delayed 10:30 AM 9:39 AMBrighton station (BTN) | 4h16 | 1:55 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 2 transfers | |
| W34187+G77277+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston | Delayed 11:30 AM 10:39 AMBrighton station (BTN) | 4h16 | 2:55 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 2 transfers | |
| W34007+G77285+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston | Delayed 12:30 PM 11:39 AMBrighton station (BTN) | 4h16 | 3:55 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 2 transfers | |
| W34069+G77293+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston | Delayed 1:30 PM 12:39 PMBrighton station (BTN) | 4h18 | 4:57 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 2 transfers | |
| W34082+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+G77301 | Delayed 2:30 PM 1:39 PMBrighton station (BTN) | 4h16 | 5:55 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Lancaster
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Brighton to Lancaster run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $82 (€68) but you can travel from only $65 (€54) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 20:58. The fastest train covers the 251 miles (404 km) distance in 4h 16m.
Distance 251 miles (404 km) |
Average train duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $82 (€68) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 16m |
First train 5:13 AM |
Last train 8:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Brighton to Lancaster trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Brighton and Lancaster from $65 (€54). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Brighton to Lancaster
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Lancaster 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 Lancaster, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brighton to Lancaster
Most Brighton to Lancaster trains use the Brighton to Lancaster station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Lancaster train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Brighton station do trains to Lancaster leave from?
Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre
Brighton train station facilities and services
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Getting to Hove from Brighton city centre
Hove is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hove train station facilities and services
Hove has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hove.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hove.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hove: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hove: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hove: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms. Assistance Meeting Point is the Ticket Office. This station doesn't have tactile surfaces along all platform edges. Please pay attention to where the platform surface changes from smooth to paved or contact us for assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Preston Park from Brighton city centre
Preston Park is 2 km from Brighton city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston Park train station facilities and services
Preston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Preston Park.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston Park: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Lancaster station do trains from Brighton arrive at?
Getting to Lancaster from Lancaster city centre
Lancaster is 2 km from Lancaster city centre. Public transport options include:
Lancaster train station facilities and services
Lancaster has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lancaster.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lancaster. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lancaster: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lancaster: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lancaster: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts to All Platforms, accessible via taking the right hand entrance to the over bridge from the ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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