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Trains from Rainford (RNF) to Lancaster (LAN)

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14

train journeys
per day

36

miles (59 kms)

1hrs 59 mins

fastest journey

06:53 / 20:10

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

1

route

Trains from Rainford (RNF) to Lancaster (LAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 14 scheduled rail journeys between Rainford and Lancaster , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 14 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Rainford to Lancaster is approximately 36 miles (59 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 5 mins.

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

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Rainford to Lancaster. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 59 mins.

Journeys from Rainford to Lancaster Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:53
    2 hrs 20 mins 3 changes
    09:13
    Rainford
    Lancaster
    Rainford to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    07:53
    2 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    10:02
    Rainford
    Lancaster
    Rainford to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    08:53
    2 hrs 21 mins 3 changes
    11:14
    Rainford
    Lancaster
    Rainford to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    09:53
    2 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    12:02
    Rainford
    Lancaster
    Rainford to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    10:53
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    12:52
    Rainford
    Lancaster
    Rainford to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    11:53
    1 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    13:52
    Rainford
    Lancaster
    Rainford to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    12:53
    2 hrs 9 mins 3 changes
    15:02
    Rainford
    Lancaster
    Rainford to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    13:53
    2 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    15:54
    Rainford
    Lancaster
    Rainford to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    14:53
    2 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    16:56
    Rainford
    Lancaster
    Rainford to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    15:53
    2 hrs 3 changes
    17:53
    Rainford
    Lancaster
    Rainford to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    16:53
    2 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    18:55
    Rainford
    Lancaster
    Rainford to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    17:53
    2 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    19:56
    Rainford
    Lancaster
    Rainford to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    18:53
    2 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    20:55
    Rainford
    Lancaster
    Rainford to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    19:52
    2 hrs 5 mins 3 changes
    21:57
    Rainford
    Lancaster
    Rainford to Lancaster

About Rainford Station

Station name Rainford (RNF)
Address Rainford station, Junction Road, Rainford, Merseyside, WA11 8SJ
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

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 Rainford and Lancaster

The travel time between Rainford and Lancaster by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 5 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Rainford and Lancaster vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 14 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:53, and the last train of the day leaves at 20:10.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Rainford & Lancaster. owever, there are 14 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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