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Trains from Lancaster (LAN) to Leeds (LDS)

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43

train journeys
per day

54

miles (87 kms)

1hrs 51 mins

fastest journey

05:13 / 23:45

first / last train

7

direct trains

3

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Lancaster (LAN) to Leeds (LDS)

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On a typical weekday there are 43 scheduled rail journeys between Lancaster and Leeds , with 7 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Lancaster to Leeds is approximately 54 miles (87 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 24 mins.

Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Lancaster and Leeds.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Lancaster to Leeds. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 51 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Lancaster to Leeds

Journeys from Lancaster to Leeds Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:13
    2 hrs 16 mins1 change
    07:29
    Lancaster
    Leeds
    Lancaster to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:50
    2 hrs 20 mins1 change
    08:10
    Lancaster
    Leeds
    Lancaster to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:48
    1 hrs 55 minsDirect
    08:43
    Lancaster
    Leeds
    Lancaster to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:52
    2 hrs 18 mins1 change - overtaken train
    09:10
    Lancaster
    Leeds
    Lancaster to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:00
    2 hrs 10 mins2 changes
    09:10
    Lancaster
    Leeds
    Lancaster to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:51
    2 hrs 19 mins1 change - overtaken train
    10:10
    Lancaster
    Leeds
    Lancaster to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:58
    2 hrs 12 mins2 changes
    10:10
    Lancaster
    Leeds
    Lancaster to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:48
    2 hrs 22 mins1 change
    11:10
    Lancaster
    Leeds
    Lancaster to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:59
    2 hrs 28 mins1 change
    11:27
    Lancaster
    Leeds
    Lancaster to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:41
    1 hrs 57 minsDirect
    11:38
    Lancaster
    Leeds
    Lancaster to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:50
    2 hrs 20 mins1 change
    12:10
    Lancaster
    Leeds
    Lancaster to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:58
    2 hrs 29 mins1 change
    12:27
    Lancaster
    Leeds
    Lancaster to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:46
    1 hrs 52 minsDirect
    12:38
    Lancaster
    Leeds
    Lancaster to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:50
    2 hrs 20 mins1 change
    13:10
    Lancaster
    Leeds
    Lancaster to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:57
    2 hrs 30 mins1 change
    13:27
    Lancaster
    Leeds
    Lancaster to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:30
    2 hrs 9 mins2 changes
    13:39
    Lancaster
    Leeds
    Lancaster to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:49
    2 hrs 21 mins1 change
    14:10
    Lancaster
    Leeds
    Lancaster to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:46
    1 hrs 52 minsDirect
    14:38
    Lancaster
    Leeds
    Lancaster to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:51
    2 hrs 19 mins1 change
    15:10
    Lancaster
    Leeds
    Lancaster to Leeds
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    12:57
    2 hrs 30 mins1 change
    15:27
    Lancaster
    Leeds
    Lancaster to Leeds

About Lancaster Station

Station name Lancaster (LAN)
AddressLancaster station, Meeting House Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 5NW
Managed byVT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 05:15 - 19:45
Saturday 05:15 - 19:45
Sunday 09:30 - 20:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineUnavailable

About Leeds Station

Station name Leeds (LDS)
AddressLeeds station, New Station Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 4DY
Managed byNR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday 04:45 - 23:59
Tuesday 04:45 - 23:59
Wednesday 04:45 - 23:59
Thursday 04:45 - 23:59
Friday 04:45 - 23:59
Saturday 04:45 - 23:59
Sunday 06:45 - 22:30
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiUnavailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Lancaster and Leeds

The travel time between Lancaster and Leeds by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 24 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 51 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Lancaster and Leeds vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 43 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:13, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:45.

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Amenities on trains between Lancaster and Leeds can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 7 direct services per day from Lancaster to Leeds

Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Lancaster and Leeds.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Lancaster and Leeds, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.