4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lancaster to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
1 h 13 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lancaster to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lancaster to Manchester Airport will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 6 trains that leave Lancaster for Manchester Airport on Fri, Jul 31, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 31 the direct trains cover the 86 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .
On Fri, Jul 31 the slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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.
7:04 AM2h32Lancaster9:36 AMManchester Airport€171One-way0 transfers
7:28 AM1h16Lancaster8:44 AMManchester Airport€171One-way0 transfers- 9:50 AM1h25Lancaster11:15 AMManchester Airport€191One-way0 transfers
- 8:28 AM1h16Lancaster9:44 AMManchester Airport€201One-way0 transfers
- 10:26 AM1h18Lancaster11:44 AMManchester Airport€221One-way0 transfers
- 8:31 AM1h13Lancaster9:44 AMManchester Airport€231One-way0 transfers
- 8:28 AM1h16Lancaster9:44 AMManchester Airport€201One-way0 transfers
- 7:28 AM1h16Lancaster8:44 AMManchester Airport€171One-way0 transfers
- 10:26 AM1h18Lancaster11:44 AMManchester Airport€221One-way0 transfers
- 9:50 AM1h25Lancaster11:15 AMManchester Airport€191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lancaster to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancaster to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 53 miles (86 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€18 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lancaster to Manchester Airport:
A bus is €4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lancaster to Manchester Airport costing on average €18.
Other travel options to Manchester Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 50m.
Live departures
Lancaster to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Lancaster to Manchester Airport trains for today, Thursday, July 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W84899 | On time 9:29 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1h15 | 10:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89883 | On time 9:50 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1h25 | 11:15 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84901 | On time 10:26 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1h18 | 11:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89869 | On time 10:50 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1h25 | 12:15 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84903 | On time 11:30 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1h14 | 12:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89885 | On time 11:49 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1h26 | 1:15 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84907 | On time 12:27 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1h17 | 1:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89887 | On time 12:50 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1h25 | 2:15 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84908 | On time 1:27 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1h17 | 2:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89871 | On time 1:49 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1h26 | 3:15 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84912 | On time 2:28 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1h16 | 3:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89889 | On time 2:52 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1h23 | 4:15 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84915 | On time 3:28 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1h16 | 4:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89673 | On time 3:48 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1h23 | 5:11 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 31 | |||||
| 7:04 AM Lancaster | 2h32 | 9:36 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:28 AM Lancaster | 1h16 | 8:44 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lancaster to Manchester Airport
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Trains from Lancaster to Manchester Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:04, the last at 16:49. The fastest train covers the 53 miles (86 km) distance in 1h 13m.
Distance 53 miles (86 km) |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 13m |
First train 7:04 AM |
Last train 4:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express from Lancaster to Manchester Airport trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Lancaster and Manchester Airport from €5. 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 Manchester Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster to Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lancaster to Manchester Airport
Most Lancaster to Manchester Airport trains use the Lancaster to Manchester Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Lancaster and Manchester Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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