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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lancaster to Birmingham
Cheapest price on Oct 04
€31
Average ticket price on Oct 04
€48
Fastest journey on Oct 04
2 h 8 m
Average journey duration on Oct 04
2 h 12 m
Trains on Oct 04
3
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lancaster to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lancaster to Birmingham will cost around €48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
On Sun, Oct 04, we found 3 trains from Lancaster to Birmingham, including 3 direct services.
On Sun, Oct 04 the direct trains cover the 187 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .
On Sun, Oct 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 18 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.
9:45 AM2h18Lancaster12:03 PMBirmingham€311One-way0 transfers- 1:58 PM2h08Lancaster4:06 PMBirmingham€371One-way0 transfers
- 11:57 AM2h09Lancaster2:06 PMBirmingham€771One-way0 transfers
- 1:58 PM2h08Lancaster4:06 PMBirmingham€371One-way0 transfers
- 11:57 AM2h09Lancaster2:06 PMBirmingham€771One-way0 transfers
- 9:45 AM2h18Lancaster12:03 PMBirmingham€311One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Lancaster to Birmingham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Lancaster to Birmingham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 187 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 187 km |
Average train duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 4:56 AM |
Last train 9:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
Live departures
Lancaster to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Lancaster to Birmingham trains for tomorrow, Sunday, October 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:45 AM Lancaster | 2h18 | 12:03 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:57 AM Lancaster | 2h09 | 2:06 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:58 PM Lancaster | 2h08 | 4:06 PM Birmingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Lancaster to Birmingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lancaster to Birmingham
Most Lancaster to Birmingham trains use the Lancaster to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham Snow Hill. Use this guide to compare Lancaster and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lancaster station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
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.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street 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, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham Snow Hill from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham Snow Hill train station facilities and services
Birmingham Snow Hill has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham Snow Hill.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham Snow Hill. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham Snow Hill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: A Ticket Vending Machine is available on the station concourse, by the Ticket Office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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