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Trains from Manchester Stations to Lancaster (LAN)

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35

train journeys
per day

45

miles (73 kms)

54 mins

fastest journey

04:57 / 00:24

first / last train

26

direct trains

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Lancaster (LAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 35 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations 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 Stations to Lancaster is approximately 45 miles (73 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 21 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster. The fastest journey time on this route takes 54 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Lancaster Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    04:57
    54 mins Direct
    05:51
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Lancaster
    Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:55
    56 mins Direct
    06:51
    Deansgate
    Lancaster
    Deansgate to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:25
    54 mins Direct
    07:19
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Lancaster
    Manchester Oxford Road to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:25
    50 mins Direct
    08:15
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Lancaster
    Manchester Oxford Road to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:56
    56 mins Direct
    08:52
    Deansgate
    Lancaster
    Deansgate to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:24
    54 mins Direct
    09:18
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Lancaster
    Manchester Oxford Road to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:56
    1 hrs 6 mins Direct
    10:02
    Deansgate
    Lancaster
    Deansgate to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:22
    59 mins Direct
    10:21
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Lancaster
    Manchester Oxford Road to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:56
    56 mins Direct
    10:52
    Deansgate
    Lancaster
    Deansgate to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:24
    50 mins Direct
    11:14
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Lancaster
    Manchester Oxford Road to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:56
    1 hrs 7 mins Direct
    12:03
    Deansgate
    Lancaster
    Deansgate to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:39
    1 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    12:47
    Deansgate
    Lancaster
    Deansgate to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:56
    1 hrs 7 mins Direct
    13:03
    Deansgate
    Lancaster
    Deansgate to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:25
    49 mins Direct
    13:14
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Lancaster
    Manchester Oxford Road to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:56
    1 hrs 8 mins Direct
    14:04
    Deansgate
    Lancaster
    Deansgate to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:24
    56 mins Direct
    14:20
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Lancaster
    Manchester Oxford Road to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:39
    1 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    14:50
    Deansgate
    Lancaster
    Deansgate to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:56
    1 hrs 7 mins Direct
    15:03
    Deansgate
    Lancaster
    Deansgate to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:24
    54 mins Direct
    15:18
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Lancaster
    Manchester Oxford Road to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:56
    54 mins Direct
    15:50
    Deansgate
    Lancaster
    Deansgate to Lancaster

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
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 Stations and Lancaster

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Lancaster by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 21 mins & the fastest journey takes 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations 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 00:24.

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Amenities on trains between Manchester Stations 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 Stations to Lancaster

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

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