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Trains from Lancaster (LAN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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37

train journeys
per day

46

miles (74 kms)

55 mins

fastest journey

05:13 / 23:51

first / last train

26

direct trains

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Lancaster (LAN) to Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 37 scheduled rail journeys between Lancaster and Manchester Piccadilly , with 26 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 11 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly is approximately 46 miles (74 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 29 mins.

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Lancaster and Manchester Piccadilly.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly. The fastest journey time on this route takes 55 mins.

Journeys from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:13
    1 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    06:45
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:28
    58 mins Direct
    07:26
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:52
    1 hrs 6 mins Direct
    07:58
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:24
    1 hrs 3 mins Direct
    08:27
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:41
    1 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    08:58
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:31
    55 mins Direct
    09:26
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:48
    1 hrs 10 mins Direct
    09:58
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:59
    1 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    10:41
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:50
    1 hrs 8 mins Direct
    10:58
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:26
    1 hrs Direct
    11:26
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:50
    1 hrs 8 mins Direct
    11:58
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:31
    55 mins Direct
    12:26
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:49
    1 hrs 9 mins Direct
    12:58
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:27
    59 mins Direct
    13:26
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:51
    1 hrs 7 mins Direct
    13:58
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:57
    1 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    14:41
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:49
    1 hrs 9 mins Direct
    14:58
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:28
    58 mins Direct
    15:26
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:52
    1 hrs 6 mins Direct
    15:58
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:28
    58 mins Direct
    16:26
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly

About Lancaster Station

Station name Lancaster (LAN)
Address Lancaster station, Meeting House Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 5NW
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 19:45
Saturday 05:15 - 19:45
Sunday 09:30 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Manchester Piccadilly Station

Station name Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)
Address Manchester Piccadilly station, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M60 7RA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 04:30 - 22:30
Saturday 04:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:00 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Lancaster and Manchester Piccadilly

The travel time between Lancaster and Manchester Piccadilly by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 29 mins & the fastest journey takes 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Lancaster and Manchester Piccadilly vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 37 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:13, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:51.

First class tickets on trains between Lancaster and Manchester Piccadilly typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 26 direct services per day from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly

Avanti West Coast, East Midlands Railway, Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Lancaster and Manchester Piccadilly.

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