The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Lancaster
Cheapest price
$171
Average price
$171
Fastest journey
4 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich to Lancaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Lancaster will cost around $171 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $171.
Of the 1 trains that leave Norwich 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 317 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
On Sat, Dec 13 the slowest trains will take 4 h 55 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 for Norwich to Lancaster
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Lancaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €163. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €163, and a flight costs an average of €897.
Distance: 196 miles (317 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€164 Average price Cheapest | €897 Average price |
6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Norwich to Lancaster train times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:00 AM Norwich | 4h55 | 8:55 AM Lancaster | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich to Lancaster
Trains from Norwich to Lancaster run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $204 (€163) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 19:41. The fastest train covers the 196 miles (317 km) distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 196 miles (317 km) |
Average train duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $204 (€163) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 55m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 19:41 |
FAQs: Trains from Norwich to Lancaster
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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 Norwich to Lancaster
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
- Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On forecourt and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
- 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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