Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness train with Northern Rail (3)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

$4

Average price

$4

Fastest journey

1 h 4 m

Average duration

1 h 4 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

26 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness will cost around $4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Lancaster for Barrow-in-Furness on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .

On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.

Northern Rail (3)
09:11AM1h04
Lancaster
10:15AMBarrow-in-Furness
$41One-way
0 transfers

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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, and a bus costs an average of €19.

Distance: 16 miles (26 km)

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€19

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1h 3m

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Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness train times

The table below shows live departures for Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 7:23 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
northern_rail9:11 AM Lancaster
1h04
10:15 AM Barrow-in-Furness0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness

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Trains from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 16 miles (26 km) distance in 1h 0m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
16 miles (26 km)
Average train duration
1h 3m
Cheapest ticket price
$4 (€3)
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
1h 0m
First train
04:58
Last train
23:43
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Lancaster and Barrow-in-Furness from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 1m
Cheapest Price
$4 (€3)
Northern Rail (3) frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster 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.

FAQs
Yes, you can do a day trip from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness. The journey takes 1h 0m and the distance is 16 miles (26 km). There are 6 trains per day for this route.
The distance by train from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness is 16 miles (26 km).
To explore the main attractions and enjoy the local scenery, plan to spend about 2-3 days in Barrow-in-Furness.
The first train from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness leaves at 4:58 AM.
Train ticket prices from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $4 (€3), while the average price is around $7 (€6).
The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness is by train, with a cost of around $4 (€3).
The last train from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness leaves at 11:43 PM.
The train from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness takes 1h 0m and runs 6 per day.
The train station in Lancaster that goes to Barrow-in-Furness is Lancaster station (LAN), which connects to Barrow-in-Furness station (BIF).
There is no high speed train available from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness.
Yes, you can take the train from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness.
Yes, there is a direct train from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness. This service operates 6 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3).
The train journey from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness is considered scenic, offering views of the picturesque Morecambe Bay, the sweeping landscapes of the South Lakeland countryside, and the charming Cumbrian coastline.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness

Lancaster
Barrow-in-Furness
The major train station for departures in Lancaster is Lancaster. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lancaster for your trip from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furness.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 19:45 Saturday 05:15 - 19:45 Sunday 09:30 - 20:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Yes, located platform 4/5 and platform 3
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 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 Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Lancaster
  • 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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