York to Lancaster train

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Cheap train tickets from York to Lancaster

Showing times and prices for Dec 10

Cheapest

$17

Average

$17

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

06:10AM2h56

York

09:06AMLancaster

$171One-way

0 transfers

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Fastest train times from York to Lancaster

Showing times and prices for Dec 10

Fastest Journey

2 h 56 m

Average

2 h 56 m

Trains per day

Distance

115 km

Of the 1 trains that leave York for Lancaster every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

06:10AM2h56

York

09:06AMLancaster

$171One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from York to Lancaster

Trains from York to Lancaster run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€15) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

71 miles (115 km)

Average train duration

3h 43m

Cheapest ticket price

$17 (€15)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

2h 43m

First train

01:38

Last train

22:46

Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail (3) and TransPennine Express from York to Lancaster trains

Buy your official Northern Rail (3) and TransPennine Express train tickets from York to Lancaster from $15 (€13) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable trip.

Northern Trains is one of many publicly owned train operating companies in the United Kingdom. The rail network in the UK has been run by over 20 train companies, but they work together as National Rail with coordinated fares and ticketing. Headquartered in York, Northern operates local and commuter trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day tickets can be purchased for Northern train journeys to Lancaster from York. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.

York to Lancaster train information with Northern Rail (3):

Average Duration: 2 h 40 min
Cheapest Price: $15

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.

TransPennine Express from York to Lancaster train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 6 min
Cheapest Price: $43

FAQs: Trains from York to Lancaster

FAQs: Travel by train from York 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 York to Lancaster.

Cheap train tickets from York to Lancaster can start from as little as $17 (€15) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for York to Lancaster is $38 (€34); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the York to Lancaster train time is 2 h 43 min covering the 71 mile (115 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from York to Lancaster leaves at 1: 38 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from York to Lancaster leaves at 10: 46 PM.

There are 6 trains a day from York to Lancaster which require at least one change with Northern Rail (3) or TransPennine Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the journey from York to Lancaster you can take a train with Northern Rail (3) or TransPennine Express. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services between York and Lancaster on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 46 PM.

A trip to Lancaster from York is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 43 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from York to Lancaster by train is January.

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