How to travel from Nottingham to Lancaster

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Compare bus and train for Nottingham to Lancaster

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Lancaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $62 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 23m. 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 $62, while a train costs an average of $76.

Distance: 103 miles (166 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Nottingham to Lancaster

Compare the available ways to get from Nottingham to Lancaster, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Nottingham to Lancaster is a bus with an average price of $62 (€52).

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

A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Lancaster costing on average $76 (€63).

The fastest way to travel from Nottingham to Lancaster is by train with an average journey time of 3h 23m.

Other travel options to Lancaster take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 30m.

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

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from Nottingham to Lancaster

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

Our recommendation

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

  • National Express
    6:25 PM7h35
    Nottingham
    2:00 AMLancaster
    $781One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • National Express
    6:25 PM7h35
    Nottingham
    2:00 AMLancaster
    $781One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • National Express
    6:25 PM7h35
    Nottingham
    2:00 AMLancaster
    $781One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Lancaster.

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There are 2 options to travel between Nottingham and Lancaster including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Nottingham to Lancaster is a bus with an average price of $62 (€52).

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

A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nottingham to Lancaster costing on average $76 (€63).

The fastest way to travel from Nottingham to Lancaster is by train with an average journey time of 3h 23m.

Other travel options to Lancaster take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 30m.

The distance from Nottingham to Lancaster is approximately 103 miles (166 km).
The average frequency per day from Nottingham to Lancaster is:
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Lancaster:
  • Trains mostly depart from Nottingham station (NOT) and arrive in Lancaster station (LAN).
  • Buses mostly depart from Nottingham, Broadmarsh Bus Station and arrive in Lancaster, Bus Station (Damside Street).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nottingham to Lancaster, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with National Express to go to Lancaster by bus.
  • Travel with East Midlands Railway, Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast to go to Lancaster by train.
Omio customers who travel from Nottingham 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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