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Trains from Lancaster (LAN) to York (YRK)

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49

train journeys
per day

69

miles (112 kms)

2hrs 27 mins

fastest journey

05:13 / 23:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

4

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Lancaster (LAN) to York (YRK)

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On a typical weekday there are 49 scheduled rail journeys between Lancaster and York , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 49 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Lancaster to York is approximately 69 miles (112 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 1 mins.

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

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Lancaster to York. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 27 mins.

Map of the rail routes from Lancaster to York

Journeys from Lancaster to York Today

  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:13
    2 hrs 49 mins1 change
    08:02
    Lancaster
    York
    Lancaster to York
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    05:50
    2 hrs 46 mins1 change
    08:36
    Lancaster
    York
    Lancaster to York
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:48
    2 hrs 42 mins1 change
    09:30
    Lancaster
    York
    Lancaster to York
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    06:52
    2 hrs 44 mins1 change - overtaken train
    09:36
    Lancaster
    York
    Lancaster to York
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:00
    2 hrs 36 mins2 changes
    09:36
    Lancaster
    York
    Lancaster to York
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:51
    2 hrs 45 mins1 change - overtaken train
    10:36
    Lancaster
    York
    Lancaster to York
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    07:58
    2 hrs 38 mins2 changes
    10:36
    Lancaster
    York
    Lancaster to York
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:31
    3 hrs 4 mins1 change
    11:35
    Lancaster
    York
    Lancaster to York
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:48
    2 hrs 48 mins1 change
    11:36
    Lancaster
    York
    Lancaster to York
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    08:59
    3 hrs1 change
    11:59
    Lancaster
    York
    Lancaster to York
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:29
    2 hrs 38 mins2 changes
    12:07
    Lancaster
    York
    Lancaster to York
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:41
    2 hrs 37 mins1 change
    12:18
    Lancaster
    York
    Lancaster to York
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:50
    2 hrs 46 mins1 change
    12:36
    Lancaster
    York
    Lancaster to York
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    09:58
    3 hrs1 change
    12:58
    Lancaster
    York
    Lancaster to York
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:26
    2 hrs 39 mins2 changes
    13:05
    Lancaster
    York
    Lancaster to York
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:46
    2 hrs 32 mins1 change
    13:18
    Lancaster
    York
    Lancaster to York
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:50
    2 hrs 46 mins1 change
    13:36
    Lancaster
    York
    Lancaster to York
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    10:57
    3 hrs 4 mins1 change
    14:01
    Lancaster
    York
    Lancaster to York
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:30
    2 hrs 37 mins2 changes
    14:07
    Lancaster
    York
    Lancaster to York
  • Mon 23rd Dec
    11:49
    2 hrs 48 mins1 change
    14:37
    Lancaster
    York
    Lancaster to York

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 York Station

Station name York (YRK)
AddressYork station, Station Road, York, North Yorkshire, YO24 1AB
Managed byGR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office HoursMonday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Ticket on DepartureAvailable
From Ticket MachinesYes
From ticket officeYes

Other Facilities

ToiletsAvailable
Baby changeAvailable
ShowersUnavailable
Waiting RoomAvailable
WiFiAvailable
ATM MachineAvailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Lancaster and York

The travel time between Lancaster and York by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 1 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 27 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Lancaster and York vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 49 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 York can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Lancaster & York. owever, there are 49 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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