Lancaster to Manchester Airport train with Northern Rail

Wed, Nov 04
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lancaster to Manchester Airport

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 04
Cheapest price on Nov 04
€9
Average ticket price on Nov 04
€19
Fastest journey on Nov 04
1 h 13 m
Average journey duration on Nov 04
1 h 18 m
Trains on Nov 04
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 €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.

Fast trains

On Wed, Nov 04, we found 6 trains from Lancaster to Manchester Airport, including 6 direct services.

On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 86 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .

On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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.

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  • Northern Rail
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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 9 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:28, the last at 16:51. 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
€6
Trains per day
9
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
1h 10m
First train
7:28 AM
Last train
4:51 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

Live departures

Lancaster to Manchester Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Lancaster to Manchester Airport trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Northern Rail10:50 AM Lancaster
1h25
12:15 PM Manchester Airport0 transfersDirect
Northern Rail4:49 PM Lancaster
1h26
6:15 PM Manchester Airport0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, November 4
Transpennine Express7:28 AM Lancaster
1h16
8:44 AM Manchester Airport0 transfersDirect
Transpennine Express8:31 AM Lancaster
1h13
9:44 AM Manchester Airport0 transfersDirect
Northern Rail8:48 AM Lancaster
2h12
11:00 AM Manchester Airport0 transfersDirect

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Transpennine Express as well as Northern Rail offer trains services from Lancaster to Manchester Airport.
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Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express from Lancaster to Manchester Airport trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Lancaster and Manchester Airport from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 19m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
€6
Northern Rail frequency
5 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 Transpennine Express Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Transpennine Express 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
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Lancaster and Manchester Airport

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

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.

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 €6 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Lancaster to Manchester Airport is €21; 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 4:51 PM.
Yes,there are 8 direct trains a day from Lancaster to Manchester Airport with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Lancaster to Manchester Airport. You can choose between Transpennine Express. Transpennine Express trains take around 1h 10m
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.
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 Airport 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 · €1,055
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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