The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Lancaster
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Lancaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Lancaster will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 5 trains that leave Liverpool for Lancaster on Sat, Dec 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 13 the direct trains cover the 74 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
On Sat, Dec 13 the slowest trains will take 1 h 52 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.
C26816
S53392+
Y02872 · Y05743
Y01902+
W09868
Y03018+
W10501
Y01886+
W09866
C26816
Y01902+
W09868
Y01886+
W09866
Y03018+
W10501
S53392+
Y02872 · Y05743Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Liverpool to Lancaster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Lancaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €16.
Distance: 45 miles (74 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€15 Average price Cheapest | €18 Average price |
1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Liverpool to Lancaster train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Lancaster trains for tomorrow, Saturday, December 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
C26816 | On time 8:13 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h00 | 9:13 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y01886+ W09866 | On time 8:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h16 | 9:55 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1 transfer | |
Y03018+ W10501 | On time 8:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h23 | 10:08 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1 transfer | |
S53392+ Y02872 · Y05743 | On time 8:58 AM Moorfields (MRF) | 1h52 | 10:50 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 2 transfers | |
Y01902+ W09868 | On time 9:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h16 | 10:55 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Lancaster
Trains from Liverpool to Lancaster run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 45 miles (74 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 45 miles (74 km) |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 22:29 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, East Midlands Trains from Liverpool to Lancaster trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, East Midlands Trains trains will get you between Liverpool and Lancaster from $8 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
TransPennine Express
Avanti West Coast
East Midlands Trains
Merseyrail
FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to Lancaster
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Lancaster
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:35 - 00:05 Sunday 08:05 - 23:35
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, To Liverpool platform : level access from street level. To Wigan platform via footpath from Seymour Road or Jubilee Avenue from ticket office under road bridge and first left, 500 metres. Or via underpass 32 steps level under the track then 30 steps.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: For Warrington, Buses Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop outside the station entrance. Towards Liverpool, buses pick up at the bus stop outside the Turnpike Tavern.
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:02 - 00:02 Sunday 08:04 - 00:02 Monday - Friday 05:53 - 00:02 Saturday 05:53 - 00:02 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”Access to the Ticket Office is step free. Hunts Cross bound access is via a ramp. Liverpool bound access is via street level
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: adjacent to booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Sefton Street,Liverpool
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:51 - 00:16 Sunday 07:51 - 00:16 Station staffing times may vary, please visit Merseyrail.org for up-to-date times.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C: “This station does not have step-free access to any platform.” The car park and Ticket Office are step free, however access to platforms is via stepped ramps only.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets can be electronically opened by staff in the Booking Office.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Opposite booking office
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside station entrance on Speke Rd.
- 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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