How to travel from Leeds to Lancaster

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Compare bus and train for Leeds to Lancaster

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Lancaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, while a train costs an average of $41.

Distance: 55 miles (89 km)

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Train

$23

Average price

Cheapest

$41

Average price

3h 9m

Average total duration

2h 39m

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30m

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2h 32m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 2m

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30m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
National Express

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Northern Rail

Most popular train company

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Leeds to Lancaster is a bus with an average price of $23 (€19).

This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Lancaster:

A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Lancaster costing on average $41 (€34).

The fastest way to travel from Leeds to Lancaster is by train with an average journey time of 2h 32m.

Other travel options to Lancaster take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 9m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Lancaster including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Leeds to Lancaster among Omio's users.

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from Leeds to Lancaster

How to get from Leeds to Lancaster by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Leeds to Lancaster is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Northern RailC32521
    8:31 AM1h56
    Leeds station (LDS)
    10:27 AMLancaster station (LAN)
    $161One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Northern RailC32521
    8:31 AM1h56
    Leeds station (LDS)
    10:27 AMLancaster station (LAN)
    $161One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Northern RailC32521
    8:31 AM1h56
    Leeds station (LDS)
    10:27 AMLancaster station (LAN)
    $161One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Transpennine ExpressC24815 · W85178
    8:45 AM2h39
    Leeds station (LDS)
    11:24 AMLancaster station (LAN)
    $511One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressG16190 · W85180
    9:15 AM3h05
    Leeds station (LDS)
    12:20 PMLancaster station (LAN)
    $511One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressC24815+Northern RailC32421+Transpennine ExpressW85178
    8:45 AM2h39
    Leeds station (LDS)
    11:24 AMLancaster station (LAN)
    $531One-way
    2 transfers
  • National ExpressNX170 · NX181
    11:25 PM3h35
    Leeds, Coach Station
    3:00 AMLancaster, Bus Station (Damside Street)
    $231One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Leeds to Lancaster

Travel 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 Leeds to Lancaster.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Leeds and Lancaster including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Leeds to Lancaster is a bus with an average price of $23 (€19).

This is compared to other travel options from Leeds to Lancaster:

A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Lancaster costing on average $41 (€34).

The fastest way to travel from Leeds to Lancaster is by train with an average journey time of 2h 32m.

Other travel options to Lancaster take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 9m.

The distance from Leeds to Lancaster is approximately 55 miles (89 km).
The average frequency per day from Leeds to Lancaster is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Leeds and Lancaster as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Leeds to Lancaster:
  • Trains mostly depart from Leeds station (LDS) and arrive in Lancaster station (LAN).
  • Buses mostly depart from Leeds, Coach Station and arrive in Lancaster, Bus Station (Damside Street).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Leeds to Lancaster, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express, FlixBus to go to Lancaster by bus.
  • Travel with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail to go to Lancaster by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Leeds to Lancaster:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Northern Rail.
Omio customers who travel from Leeds to Lancaster often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Preston station (PRE), Manchester Airport (MIA). Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lancaster and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lancaster to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Typically, a 2 to 3-day stay in Lancaster is sufficient to explore its main attractions, including Lancaster Castle, the Ashton Memorial, and the Lancaster City Museum, as well as to enjoy the local dining and shopping experiences.

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