The cheapest and fastest trains from Crewe to Lancaster
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
59 m
Average duration
1 h 52 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crewe to Lancaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Crewe to Lancaster will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 2 trains that leave Crewe for Lancaster on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 111 km distance in an average of 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 59 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 44 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 bus and train for Crewe to Lancaster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Crewe to Lancaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €31.
Distance: 68 miles (111 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€33 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Crewe to Lancaster train times
The table below shows live departures for Crewe to Lancaster trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:30 AM Crewe | 2h44 | 10:14 AM Lancaster | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 4:59 AM Crewe | 0h59 | 5:58 AM Lancaster | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Crewe to Lancaster
Distance 68 miles (111 km) |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 22:26 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Crewe to Lancaster start from as low as $38 (€31) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $41 (€33) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Crewe to Lancaster trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Crewe and Lancaster from $15 (€12). 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 Crewe to Lancaster
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crewe 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 Crewe to Lancaster
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:00 Saturday 05:30 - 19:00 Sunday 08:10 - 19:00
- Car Park: Weston Road (Car Park 2)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 5 and 6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 5 and Platform 6
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: all platforms
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the side of the station on the left as you exit. Northern Rail buses pick up / drop off at the temporary bus station, just beyond Platform 12. The bus station in question is accessible via a bridge at platform level.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 19:45 Saturday 05:15 - 19:45 Sunday 09:30 - 20:00
- Type of shops available: News agent
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Yes, located platform 4/5 and platform 3
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 (south end)120 Stands Platform 3 (middle) 16 Platform 4 (North End), 12 Stands Platform 5, 40 Stands
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop outside the station rear entrance adjacent to platform 3.
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