The cheapest and fastest trains from Lancaster to London
Cheapest price
$89
Average price
$126
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
338 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lancaster to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lancaster to London will cost around $126 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.
Of the 6 trains that leave Lancaster for London on Tue, Dec 09, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 09 the direct trains cover the 338 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .
On Tue, Dec 09 the slowest trains will take 3 h 11 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.
W10458 · W09209
W09778
W10458 · W09204
W10455 · W09180
W10455
W09776
W09778
W10458 · W09204
W10455 · W09180
W10458 · W09209Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Lancaster to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancaster to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €82.
Distance: 210 miles (338 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€105 Average price | €45 Average price Cheapest | €195 Average price |
3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Lancaster to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Lancaster to London trains for today, Monday, December 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:58 PM Lancaster | 4h19 | 12:17 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 9 | |||||
W09776 | On time 8:41 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 2h31 | 11:12 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W10455 · W09180 | On time 8:58 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 3h06 | 12:04 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W10455 | On time 8:58 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 3h40 | 12:38 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W09778 | On time 9:40 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 2h33 | 12:13 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W10458 · W09204 | On time 9:58 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 3h05 | 1:03 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W10458 · W09209 | On time 9:58 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 3h11 | 1:09 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lancaster to London
Trains from Lancaster to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€51) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:08, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 210 miles (338 km) distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 210 miles (338 km) |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€51) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 04:08 |
Last train 23:08 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Lancaster to London trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Lancaster and London from $30 (€24). 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 Lancaster to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lancaster to London
- 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.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 13:0015:15 - 19:20 Saturday 08:45 - 15:45 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Taxi: YES
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- 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 in the Ticket Hall next to the taxi office.
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Great Northern 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
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Waiting rooms location: A heated waiting room is available on platforms 3 & 4
- Storage location: Inside booking office, and opposite booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 20:00 Saturday 08:10 - 14:50 Sunday Closed Ticket office managed by Southeastern
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C. This station does not have step free access. Steps to platform 2 for services away from London via subway with shopping area. Steps to Platform 1 for services towards London via staircase on Atlantic Road.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available to book
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Platform 2
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Helpline Contact: 0345 322 7021 or Text relay 18001 0345 322 7021 Freephone 0800 783 4524 or Text Relay 18001 0800 783 4524
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:30 - 10:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Accessibility category C . This station does not have step-free access.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0343 222 1234
- Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: London buses operate from outside the station
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Use Bus stop J in High Road for northbound services to Enfield Town/Cheshunt Use Bus stop C in High Road for southbound services to Seven Sisters/Liverpool Street
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