Lancaster to Manchester Airport train with Northern Rail (3)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lancaster to Manchester Airport

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

€17

Average price

€21

Fastest journey

1 h 11 m

Average duration

1 h 20 m

Trains per day

3

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 €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Lancaster for Manchester Airport on Sun, Dec 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Dec 21 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 11 m .

On Sun, Dec 21 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.

Northern Rail (3)
11:47AM1h29
Lancaster
01:16PMManchester Airport
€171One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine Express
10:38AM1h20
Lancaster
11:58AMManchester Airport
€231One-way
0 transfers
TransPennine Express
09:47AM1h11
Lancaster
10:58AMManchester Airport
€231One-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 prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €2.

Distance: 86 km

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Bus

€18

Average price

€15

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Cheapest

1h 52m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 22m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 37m

Average total duration

2h 7m

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30m

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Northern Rail (3)

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Live departures

Lancaster to Manchester Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Lancaster to Manchester Airport trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 2:07 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
transpennine_express7:27 AM Lancaster
1h19
8:46 AM Manchester Airport0 transfersDirect
northern_rail8:50 AM Lancaster
1h25
10:15 AM Manchester Airport0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Lancaster to Manchester Airport

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Trains from Lancaster to Manchester Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:27, the last at 19:50. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 11m.

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 22m
Cheapest ticket price
€2
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
1h 11m
First train
07:27
Last train
19:50
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: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express from Lancaster to Manchester Airport trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express trains will get you between Lancaster and Manchester Airport from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail (3)

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 Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Price
€12
Northern Rail (3) frequency
4 a day
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

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 Duration
1h 11m
Cheapest Price
€9
TransPennine Express frequency
4 a day
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

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 (MAN) can start from as little as €7 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Lancaster to Manchester Airport (MAN) is €14; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from Lancaster to Manchester Airport (MAN) is on average 1 h 11 min   for the 86 km long journey, but the time it takes to go to Manchester Airport (MAN) from Lancaster by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Lancaster to Manchester Airport (MAN) leaves at 06: 23. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Lancaster to Manchester Airport (MAN) leaves at 17: 37.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Lancaster to Manchester Airport (MAN) without having to change trains with Northern Rail (3) or TransPennine Express. There are 6 direct trains from Lancaster to Manchester Airport (MAN) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the trip from Lancaster to Manchester Airport (MAN) you can take a train with Northern Rail (3) or TransPennine Express. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services from Lancaster to Manchester Airport (MAN) on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A day trip to Manchester Airport (MAN) from Lancaster is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 11 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Lancaster to Manchester Airport (MAN) by train is November.
You have options as you can travel from Lancaster to Manchester Airport (MAN) 2 different ways: coach or train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Lancaster to Manchester Airport

Lancaster
Manchester
LancasterShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Lancaster station, Meeting House Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 5NW
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 19:45 Saturday 05:15 - 19:45 Sunday 09:30 - 20:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Yes, located platform 4/5 and platform 3
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 1 (south end)120 Stands Platform 3 (middle) 16 Platform 4 (North End), 12 Stands Platform 5, 40 Stands
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Lancaster
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop outside the station rear entrance adjacent to platform 3.

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