4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Lancaster
Cheapest price on Sep 12
€31
Average ticket price on Sep 12
€50
Fastest journey on Sep 12
2 h 4 m
Average journey duration on Sep 12
2 h 7 m
Trains on Sep 12
8
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Lancaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Lancaster will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
On Sat, Sep 12, we found 8 trains from Edinburgh to Lancaster, including 8 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 12 the direct trains cover the 211 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 4 m .
On Sat, Sep 12 the slowest trains will take 2 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
W336544:52 PM2h04Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:56 PMLancaster station (LAN)€311One-way0 transfers- W337622:52 PM2h05Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:57 PMLancaster station (LAN)€331One-way0 transfers
- W333856:52 PM2h06Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:58 PMLancaster station (LAN)€411One-way0 transfers
- W3359612:52 PM2h04Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:56 PMLancaster station (LAN)€461One-way0 transfers
W849276:11 PM2h16Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:27 PMLancaster station (LAN)€621One-way0 transfers
- W336544:52 PM2h04Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:56 PMLancaster station (LAN)€311One-way0 transfers
- W3359612:52 PM2h04Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)2:56 PMLancaster station (LAN)€461One-way0 transfers
- W337622:52 PM2h05Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)4:57 PMLancaster station (LAN)€331One-way0 transfers
- W333856:52 PM2h06Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:58 PMLancaster station (LAN)€411One-way0 transfers
- W849254:11 PM2h15Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)6:26 PMLancaster station (LAN)€631One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Edinburgh to Lancaster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Lancaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, while a flight costs an average of €169.
Distance: 211 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€33 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest | €169 Average price |
3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Lancaster:
A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Lancaster costing on average €33.
A bus is €138 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Edinburgh to Lancaster costing on average €169.
Other travel options to Lancaster take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 16m.
Flight takes on average 5h 2m.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Lancaster train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Lancaster trains for today, Friday, September 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W84896 | On time 6:12 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h14 | 8:26 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34265 | On time 6:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h06 | 8:58 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84901 | On time 8:12 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h13 | 10:25 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84907 | On time 10:11 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h15 | 12:26 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34060 | On time 10:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h03 | 12:55 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84912 | On time 12:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h15 | 2:27 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34124 | On time 12:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h05 | 2:57 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84918 | On time 2:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h16 | 4:28 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W00587 | On time 2:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h05 | 4:57 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84923 | On time 4:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h15 | 6:26 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Lancaster
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Lancaster run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €19 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 211 km distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 211 km |
Average train duration 2h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 4:45 AM |
Last train 9:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway from Edinburgh to Lancaster trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway trains will get you between Edinburgh and Lancaster from €19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Lancaster
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Lancaster by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lancaster, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Lancaster
Most Edinburgh to Lancaster trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Lancaster station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Lancaster train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Lancaster station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Lancaster from Lancaster city centre
Lancaster is 2 km from Lancaster city centre. Public transport options include:
Lancaster train station facilities and services
Lancaster has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lancaster.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lancaster. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lancaster: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lancaster: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lancaster: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts to All Platforms, accessible via taking the right hand entrance to the over bridge from the ticket office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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