The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Lancaster
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €17
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €27
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 1 h
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 1 h 16 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 6
- Distance
- 74 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Lancaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Lancaster will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 6 trains from Liverpool to Lancaster, including 1 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 74 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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.
W851748:13 AM 1h00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 9:13 AM Lancaster station (LAN) €17 1 One-way 0 transfers
S13469+
P23874 · G890459:01 AM 1h49 Moorfields (MRF) 10:50 AM Lancaster station (LAN) €30 1 One-way 2 transfers
G86232+
W341448:45 AM 1h23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 10:08 AM Lancaster station (LAN) €30 1 One-way 1 transfer
G89635+
W341778:39 AM 1h16 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 9:55 AM Lancaster station (LAN) €30 1 One-way 1 transfer
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W342549:39 AM 1h17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 10:56 AM Lancaster station (LAN) €30 1 One-way 1 transfer
W851748:13 AM 1h00 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 9:13 AM Lancaster station (LAN) €17 1 One-way 0 transfers
G89635+
W341778:39 AM 1h16 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 9:55 AM Lancaster station (LAN) €30 1 One-way 1 transfer
G89639+
W342549:39 AM 1h17 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 10:56 AM Lancaster station (LAN) €30 1 One-way 1 transfer
G86232+
W341448:45 AM 1h23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 10:08 AM Lancaster station (LAN) €30 1 One-way 1 transfer
G86241+
C013699:45 AM 1h23 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) 11:08 AM Lancaster station (LAN) €30 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Liverpool to Lancaster
Trains from Liverpool to Lancaster run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 22:27. The fastest train covers the 74 km distance in 58m.
Distance 74 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 5:13 AM |
Last train 10:27 PM |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Liverpool to Lancaster train times
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Lancaster trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W84713+ W33183 | On time 4:20 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h36 | 5:56 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1 transfer | |
W84718+ W33130 | On time 5:20 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h36 | 6:56 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1 transfer | |
W85199 | On time 6:12 PM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h02 | 7:14 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, November 2 | |||||
W85174 | 8:13 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h00 | 9:13 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
G89635+ W34177 | 8:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h16 | 9:55 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1 transfer | |
G86232+ W34144 | 8:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h23 | 10:08 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1 transfer | |
P23874 · G89045+ S13469 | 9:01 AM Moorfields (MRF) | 1h49 | 10:50 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 2 transfers | |
G89639+ W34254 | 9:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h17 | 10:56 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1 transfer | |
G86241+ C01369 | 9:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h23 | 11:08 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Liverpool to Lancaster
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool 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 Liverpool to Lancaster
Most Liverpool to Lancaster trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Lancaster station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Lancaster train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Liverpool Lime Street from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool Lime Street train station facilities and services
Liverpool Lime 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: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Getting to Moorfields from Liverpool city centre
Moorfields train station facilities and services
Moorfields has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Moorfields.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Moorfields. ATMs are available at Moorfields.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Moorfields. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Moorfields: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Moorfields: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Moorfields: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms via Moorfields entrance are accessible via lifts. However the Old Hall Street entrance has no disabled access, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Liverpool South Parkway from Liverpool city centre
Liverpool South Parkway is 8 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool South Parkway train station facilities and services
Liverpool South Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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 Liverpool South Parkway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool South Parkway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool South Parkway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, 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 Liverpool South Parkway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Liverpool South Parkway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool South Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” Platforms are accessible via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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.
Which Lancaster station do trains from Liverpool 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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