Manchester to Lancaster train from $4 (€3) with Northern Rail

Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Lancaster

Showing times and prices for Sep 18

Cheapest

$12

Average

$22

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

Cheapest

08:56AM1h06

Deansgate (DGT)

10:02AMLancaster station (LAN)

$121One-way

0 transfers

09:37AM1h13

Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)

10:50AMLancaster station (LAN)

$121One-way

1 transfer

09:24AM0h57

Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)

10:21AMLancaster station (LAN)

$211One-way

0 transfers

08:24AM0h54

Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)

09:18AMLancaster station (LAN)

$281One-way

0 transfers

08:38AM1h17

Deansgate (DGT)

09:55AMLancaster station (LAN)

$391One-way

1 transfer

Train schedule from Manchester to Lancaster

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 18

Transpennine Express

C42798

08:24AM0h54

Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)

09:18AMLancaster station (LAN)

0 transfers

Northern Rail

G30222

08:38AM1h17

Deansgate (DGT)

09:55AMLancaster station (LAN)

1 transfer

Northern Rail

G31933

08:56AM1h06

Deansgate (DGT)

10:02AMLancaster station (LAN)

0 transfers

Transpennine Express

C42800

09:24AM0h57

Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)

10:21AMLancaster station (LAN)

0 transfers

Northern Rail

G30224

09:37AM1h13

Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)

10:50AMLancaster station (LAN)

1 transfer

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Fastest train times from Manchester to Lancaster

Showing times and prices for Sep 18

Fastest Journey

54 m

Average

1 h 5 m

Trains per day

Distance

76 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Manchester for Lancaster every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

08:24AM0h54

Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)

09:18AMLancaster station (LAN)

$281One-way

0 transfers

09:24AM0h57

Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)

10:21AMLancaster station (LAN)

$211One-way

0 transfers

08:56AM1h06

Deansgate (DGT)

10:02AMLancaster station (LAN)

$121One-way

0 transfers

09:37AM1h13

Manchester Oxford Road (MCO)

10:50AMLancaster station (LAN)

$121One-way

1 transfer

08:38AM1h17

Deansgate (DGT)

09:55AMLancaster station (LAN)

$391One-way

1 transfer

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Overview: Train from Manchester to Lancaster

Distance	47 miles (75 km)
Average train duration	49 min
Average train ticket price	$17 (€14)
Direct train	Yes
Train companies	Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express or Avanti West Coast

Trains from Manchester to Lancaster cover the 47 miles (75 km) long journey taking on average 49 min with our travel partners like Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express or Avanti West Coast. There are direct train services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $17 (€14), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $7 (€6). Travelers depart most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly and arrive in Lancaster.

Train providers: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express and Virgin Trains from Manchester to Lancaster trains

Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express and Virgin Trains trains will get you to Lancaster from Manchester from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom operating trains between Manchester and Lancaster. It operates a wide range of services, from express trains to local services, and offers a variety of ticket types. Express trains are the fastest services, with journey times of up to two hours. Local services are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Northern Rail also offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and a range of refreshments. The most popular routes for Northern Rail are between major cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.

Northern Rail (3) from Manchester to Lancaster train information:

Average Duration: 54 min
Cheapest Price: $7

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Manchester to Lancaster train information with TransPennine Express:

Average Duration: 50 min
Cheapest Price: $18

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Virgin Trains from Manchester to Lancaster train information:

Average Duration: 1 h 21 min
Cheapest Price: $33

FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Lancaster

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester to Lancaster easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Lancaster.

Cheap train tickets from Manchester to Lancaster can start from as little as $7 (€6) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester to Lancaster is $17 (€14); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Manchester to Lancaster train travel time is 49 min for the 47 mile (75 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Manchester to Lancaster leaves at 4: 55 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Manchester to Lancaster leaves at 9: 24 PM.

For the best Manchester to Lancaster train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express or Avanti West Coast. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Manchester and Lancaster to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 24 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Manchester Piccadilly, which is located around 0.5 miles (767 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Lancaster, located 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Lancaster from Manchester is worth doing with a journey time of 49 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Manchester to Lancaster is January.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Lancaster from Manchester including taking a bus or train.

Popular train stations from Manchester to Lancaster

Manchester

Lancaster

The major railway station for departures from Manchester is Manchester Piccadilly. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Piccadilly for your journey between Manchester and Lancaster.

Manchester Piccadilly Wifi

Amenities at station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 04: 30 - 22: 30 | Sun: 07: 00 - 22: 30

Public transit options for Manchester Piccadilly

Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales

Manchester Airport Wifi

Amenities at station

Wifi

Shopping

Parking

ATM

Accessibility

Address

Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR

Public transit options for Manchester Airport

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.

Manchester Oxford Road Parking

Amenities at station

Parking

Accessibility

Address

Manchester Oxford Road station, Station Approach, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 6FU

Public transit options for Manchester Oxford Road

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)