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Trains from Runcorn (RUN) to Lancaster (LAN)

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19

train journeys
per day

49

miles (79 kms)

2hrs 48 mins

fastest journey

00:21 / 23:54

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Runcorn (RUN) to Lancaster (LAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Runcorn and Lancaster , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Runcorn to Lancaster is approximately 49 miles (79 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 44 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn and Lancaster.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Runcorn to Lancaster. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 48 mins.

Journeys from Runcorn to Lancaster Today

  • Mon 6th May
    00:21
    6 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    07:19
    Runcorn
    Lancaster
    Runcorn to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    06:28
    2 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    09:18
    Runcorn
    Lancaster
    Runcorn to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    07:26
    2 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    09:52
    Runcorn
    Lancaster
    Runcorn to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    07:30
    3 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    10:50
    Runcorn
    Lancaster
    Runcorn to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    08:26
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    11:14
    Runcorn
    Lancaster
    Runcorn to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    09:26
    3 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    12:52
    Runcorn
    Lancaster
    Runcorn to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    10:26
    2 hrs 48 mins 2 changes
    13:14
    Runcorn
    Lancaster
    Runcorn to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    11:26
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    14:20
    Runcorn
    Lancaster
    Runcorn to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    12:26
    2 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    15:18
    Runcorn
    Lancaster
    Runcorn to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    13:26
    3 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    16:51
    Runcorn
    Lancaster
    Runcorn to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    14:26
    2 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    17:21
    Runcorn
    Lancaster
    Runcorn to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    15:26
    2 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    18:19
    Runcorn
    Lancaster
    Runcorn to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    16:26
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    19:20
    Runcorn
    Lancaster
    Runcorn to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    17:26
    3 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    20:50
    Runcorn
    Lancaster
    Runcorn to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    18:26
    2 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    21:20
    Runcorn
    Lancaster
    Runcorn to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    18:47
    3 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    22:26
    Runcorn
    Lancaster
    Runcorn to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    19:26
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    23:30
    Runcorn
    Lancaster
    Runcorn to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    21:33
    8 hrs 5 mins 2 changes
    05:38
    Runcorn
    Lancaster
    Runcorn to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    23:26
    6 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    05:52
    Runcorn
    Lancaster
    Runcorn to Lancaster

About Runcorn Station

Station name Runcorn (RUN)
Address Runcorn station, Station Road, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 5UB
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 19:30
Saturday 06:30 - 19:30
Sunday 08:45 - 19:30
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 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 Runcorn and Lancaster

The travel time between Runcorn and Lancaster by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 44 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 48 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Runcorn and Lancaster vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:21, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:54.

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Amenities on trains between Runcorn 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 Runcorn & Lancaster. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast are the main train operating companies running services between Runcorn and Lancaster.

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