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

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35

train journeys
per day

46

miles (74 kms)

52 mins

fastest journey

04:57 / 00:01

first / last train

26

direct trains

3

operators run

3

routes

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

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Piccadilly and Lancaster , with 26 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 9 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster is approximately 46 miles (74 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 26 mins.

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

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster. The fastest journey time on this route takes 52 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:57
    54 mins Direct
    05:51
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:49
    1 hrs 2 mins Direct
    06:51
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:22
    57 mins Direct
    07:19
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:21
    54 mins Direct
    08:15
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:50
    1 hrs 2 mins Direct
    08:52
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:21
    57 mins Direct
    09:18
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:50
    1 hrs 12 mins Direct
    10:02
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:18
    1 hrs 3 mins Direct
    10:21
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:50
    1 hrs 2 mins Direct
    10:52
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:21
    53 mins Direct
    11:14
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:50
    1 hrs 13 mins Direct
    12:03
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:33
    1 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    12:47
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:50
    1 hrs 13 mins Direct
    13:03
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:22
    52 mins Direct
    13:14
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:50
    1 hrs 14 mins Direct
    14:04
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:21
    59 mins Direct
    14:20
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:33
    1 hrs 17 mins 1 change
    14:50
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:50
    1 hrs 13 mins Direct
    15:03
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:21
    57 mins Direct
    15:18
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:50
    1 hrs Direct
    15:50
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster

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

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Lancaster

The travel time between Manchester Piccadilly and Lancaster by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 26 mins & the fastest journey takes 52 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Lancaster vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 35 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 04:57, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:01.

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Amenities on trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Lancaster 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 Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster

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

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