Lancaster to Manchester Airport train with Transpennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lancaster to Manchester Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 20

Cheapest price on Sep 20

€25

Average ticket price on Sep 20

€30

Fastest journey on Sep 20

1 h 10 m

Average journey duration on Sep 20

1 h 20 m

Trains on Sep 20

6

Distance

86 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lancaster to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lancaster to Manchester Airport will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.

Fast trains

On Sun, Sep 20, we found 6 trains from Lancaster to Manchester Airport, including 5 direct services.

On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 86 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .

On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 29 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.

  • Transpennine ExpressW84902
    10:48 AM1h10
    Lancaster station (LAN)
    11:58 AMManchester Airport (MIA)
    €251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressW84905
    12:28 PM1h14
    Lancaster station (LAN)
    1:42 PMManchester Airport (MIA)
    €251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressW84876
    11:38 AM1h20
    Lancaster station (LAN)
    12:58 PMManchester Airport (MIA)
    €251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG89886
    11:51 AM1h26
    Lancaster station (LAN)
    1:17 PMManchester Airport (MIA)
    €331One-way
    0 transfers
  • Northern RailG89888
    12:47 PM1h29
    Lancaster station (LAN)
    2:16 PMManchester Airport (MIA)
    €361One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Lancaster to Manchester Airport

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancaster to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, while a train costs an average of €15.

Distance: 86 km

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Train
Bus

€15

Average price

€14

Average price

Cheapest

1h 51m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 21m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

2h 20m

Average total duration

1h 50m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Transpennine Express

Most popular train company

National Express

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Lancaster to Manchester Airport is a bus with an average price of €14.

This is compared to other travel options from Lancaster to Manchester Airport:

A bus is €0.32 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lancaster to Manchester Airport costing on average €15.

The fastest way to travel from Lancaster to Manchester Airport is by train with an average journey time of 1h 21m.

Other travel options to Manchester Airport take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lancaster and Manchester Airport including taking a bus and train.

Live departures

Lancaster to Manchester Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Lancaster to Manchester Airport trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Northern RailG89818+Avanti West CoastW33635
Delayed
4:50 AM 5:13 AMLancaster station (LAN)
1h48
7:01 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)		1 transfer
Northern RailG89877
On time
5:51 AM Lancaster station (LAN)
1h24
7:15 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84879
On time
6:28 AM Lancaster station (LAN)
1h17
7:45 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89879
On time
6:49 AM Lancaster station (LAN)
1h26
8:15 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84894
On time
7:23 AM Lancaster station (LAN)
1h21
8:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89881
On time
7:51 AM Lancaster station (LAN)
1h24
9:15 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84897
On time
8:28 AM Lancaster station (LAN)
1h16
9:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89882
On time
8:48 AM Lancaster station (LAN)
1h27
10:15 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84898
On time
9:29 AM Lancaster station (LAN)
1h15
10:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89883
On time
9:50 AM Lancaster station (LAN)
1h25
11:15 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84900
On time
10:27 AM Lancaster station (LAN)
1h17
11:44 AM Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89870
On time
10:48 AM Lancaster station (LAN)
1h27
12:15 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84906
On time
12:28 PM Lancaster station (LAN)
1h16
1:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89887
On time
12:50 PM Lancaster station (LAN)
1h25
2:15 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84910
On time
1:27 PM Lancaster station (LAN)
1h17
2:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89871
On time
1:49 PM Lancaster station (LAN)
1h26
3:15 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressW84913
On time
2:28 PM Lancaster station (LAN)
1h16
3:44 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 transfersDirect
Northern RailG89889
On time
2:52 PM Lancaster station (LAN)
1h23
4:15 PM Manchester Airport (MIA)		0 transfersDirect

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Transpennine Express as well as Northern Rail offer trains services from Lancaster to Manchester Airport.
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Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail to find the best option for your trip from Lancaster to Manchester Airport.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Northern Rail to find the best option for your trip from Lancaster to Manchester Airport.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Lancaster to Manchester Airport.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Lancaster to Manchester Airport

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Trains from Lancaster to Manchester Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:28, the last at 14:48. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 10m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
86 km
Average train duration
1h 21m
Cheapest ticket price
€10
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
1h 10m
First train
7:28 AM
Last train
2:48 PM
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Mon
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail from Lancaster to Manchester Airport trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail trains will get you between Lancaster and Manchester Airport from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
€10
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Learn more about Transpennine Express

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
1h 23m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
€16
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Lancaster to Manchester Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster to Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Lancaster to Manchester Airport can start from as little as €10 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Lancaster to Manchester Airport is €15; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Lancaster to Manchester Airport is 1h 10m to travel the 86 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Lancaster to Manchester Airport leaves at 7:28 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Lancaster to Manchester Airport leaves at 2:48 PM.
Yes,there are 7 direct trains a day from Lancaster to Manchester Airport with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Lancaster to Manchester Airport, you can count on Transpennine Express, Northern Rail for the best way to get you to Manchester Airport. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Lancaster and Manchester Airport and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Manchester Airport from Lancaster is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Lancaster to Manchester Airport is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lancaster and Manchester Airport including taking a bus and train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Lancaster to Manchester Airport

Most Lancaster to Manchester Airport trains use the Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Lancaster and Manchester Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Lancaster
Arrival train stations in Manchester
LancasterLancaster station, Meeting House Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 5NWShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Lancaster from Lancaster city centre

Lancaster is 2 km from Lancaster city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainSouthwest Chief · 65h 2m · €939
Pennsylvanian · 17h 47m · €470
Southwest Chief, Texas Eagle · 65h 11m · €824
Southwest Chief, Texas Eagle · 75h 46m · €1055
BusGreyhound US1210 · 69h 20m · €554

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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