4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Northampton to Lancaster
Cheapest price
$104
Average price
$108
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
3 h 45 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
240 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Northampton to Lancaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Northampton to Lancaster will cost around $108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $104.
Of the 2 trains that leave Northampton for Lancaster on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 240 km distance in an average of 3 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 32 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Northampton to Lancaster
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Northampton to Lancaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €59. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €59, and a train costs an average of €90.
Distance: 149 miles (240 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€90 Average price | €59 Average price Cheapest |
3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Northampton to Lancaster train times
The table below shows live departures for Northampton to Lancaster trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:18 AM Northampton | 4h32 | 2:50 PM Lancaster | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:10 PM Northampton | 2h57 | 3:07 PM Lancaster | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Northampton to Lancaster
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Distance 149 miles (240 km) |
Average train duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $110 (€90) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 20:58 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Northampton to Lancaster start from as low as $110 (€90) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $111 (€90) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Northampton to Lancaster trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Northampton and Lancaster from $72 (€59). 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 Northampton to Lancaster
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Northampton 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 Northampton to Lancaster
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:00 - 21:00 Sunday 06:45 - 20:00 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
- Type of shops available: WHSmith and Enterprise car rental
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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 toilets are located on the Main Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available at the Customer Information Point; the RADAR key is available from station security after 00:30 at night. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Saturday 04:00-22:30 and Sunday 06:00-22:30.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Long stay car park and blue badge parking bays area.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from the layby/turning circle on the car park side of the station building. Please check the destination of your bus/coach before boarding.
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- 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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