The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Lancaster
Cheapest price
$134
Average price
$186
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
338 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Lancaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Lancaster will cost around $186 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $134.
Of the 6 trains that leave London for Lancaster on Tue, Dec 09, 6 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 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Tue, Dec 09 the slowest trains will take 3 h 28 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.
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Compare bus, train, and flight for London to Lancaster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Lancaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. 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 €16, and a flight costs an average of €60.
Distance: 210 miles (338 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€106 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest | €187 Average price |
3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration 7h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m 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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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Lancaster train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Lancaster 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 |
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![]() | 7:30 PM London | 3h40 | 11:10 PM Lancaster | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 9 | |||||
W09867 | On time 8:30 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2h26 | 10:56 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W10503 | On time 8:40 AM London Euston (EUS) | 3h27 | 12:07 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W09869 | On time 9:30 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2h25 | 11:55 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W10508 | On time 9:36 AM London Euston (EUS) | 3h32 | 1:08 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W09871 | On time 10:30 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2h25 | 12:55 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W10514 | On time 10:40 AM London Euston (EUS) | 3h28 | 2:08 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Lancaster
Trains from London to Lancaster run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $64 (€52) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 210 miles (338 km) distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 210 miles (338 km) |
Average train duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€52) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 23:08 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from London to Lancaster trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between London and Lancaster from $20 (€16). 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 London to Lancaster
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to Lancaster
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 21:30 Saturday 06:10 - 21:30 Sunday 07:10 - 21:45
- Car Park: No
- Taxi: YES
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B3 station: Step-free access to platforms 1 (to Croydon/Sutton/London Bridge) and platform 2 (to Victoria) via lift. During times of engineering work trains may stop on platform 3/4 which do not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is the Station Road entrance ticket barriers.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern 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
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There are unheated waiting areas on each platform
- Storage location: Side entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Car Park: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is no waiting room, just seating on the platform.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Station entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Barnes: The Terrace (A3003) Bus Stop BK To Hounslow: The Terrace (A3003) Bus Stop BJ
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:40 - 13:20 Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category B2 station: Step-free access to both platforms via separate entrances. Long step-free route between platforms via the street. (greater than 400m, above 1:10 gradient).
- Accessible taxis: No
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink 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: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: There is a heated waiting area on platform 1
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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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