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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Lancaster
Showing times and prices for Dec 21
Cheapest price
€115
Average price
€115
Fastest journey
3 h 9 m
Average duration
3 h 34 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
338 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Lancaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Lancaster will cost around €115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €115.
Fast trains
Of the 6 trains that leave London for Lancaster on Sun, Dec 21, 6 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 338 km distance in an average of 3 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 9 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 16 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.
W0243808:43AM3h13
London Euston (EUS)11:56AMLancaster station (LAN)
€1151One-way
0 transfers
W0194709:52AM4h16
London Euston (EUS)02:08PMLancaster station (LAN)
€1151One-way
0 transfers
W0242410:46AM3h09
London Euston (EUS)01:55PMLancaster station (LAN)
€1151One-way
0 transfers
W0195008:08AM4h02
London Euston (EUS)12:10PMLancaster station (LAN)
€1151One-way
0 transfers
W0195308:47AM4h21
London Euston (EUS)01:08PMLancaster station (LAN)
€1151One-way
0 transfers
W0242410:46AM3h09
London Euston (EUS)01:55PMLancaster station (LAN)
€1151One-way
0 transfers
W0242709:46AM3h10
London Euston (EUS)12:56PMLancaster station (LAN)
€1151One-way
0 transfers
W0243808:43AM3h13
London Euston (EUS)11:56AMLancaster station (LAN)
€1151One-way
0 transfers
W0195008:08AM4h02
London Euston (EUS)12:10PMLancaster station (LAN)
€1151One-way
0 transfers
W0194709:52AM4h16
London Euston (EUS)02:08PMLancaster station (LAN)
€1151One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for London to Lancaster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Lancaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €60.
Distance: 338 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€106 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest | €187 Average price |
3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration 7h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Lancaster train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Lancaster trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 5:15 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W02432 | On time 8:30 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2h25 | 10:55 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L02371 | On time 8:40 AM London Euston (EUS) | 3h27 | 12:07 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W02430 | On time 9:30 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2h25 | 11:55 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L02373 | On time 9:40 AM London Euston (EUS) | 3h28 | 1:08 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W02428 | On time 10:30 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2h25 | 12:55 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L02374 | On time 10:40 AM London Euston (EUS) | 3h28 | 2:08 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W02425 | On time 11:30 AM London Euston (EUS) | 2h25 | 1:55 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W02423 | On time 12:30 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h25 | 2:55 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W02927 | On time 12:40 PM London Euston (EUS) | 3h27 | 4:07 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W02419 | On time 1:30 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h25 | 3:55 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W02926 | On time 1:40 PM London Euston (EUS) | 3h27 | 5:07 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W02415 | On time 2:30 PM London Euston (EUS) | 2h27 | 4:57 PM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from London to Lancaster?
The best time to book your train from London to Lancaster is 28 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the London to Lancaster route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from London to Lancaster per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from London to Lancaster.
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Overview: Train from London to Lancaster
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Lancaster run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €52 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 338 km distance in 2h 25m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €16
Distance 338 km |
Average train duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €52 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 23:08 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €16
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from London to Lancaster trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between London and Lancaster from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest Price
€52
Avanti West Coast frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
West Midlands Trains
About
West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 16m
Cheapest Price
€109
West Midlands Trains frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for an additional fee
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs require a ticket at 50% of adult fare. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from London to Lancaster
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.
Cheap train tickets from London to Lancaster can start from as little as €40 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Lancaster is €92; 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 London to Lancaster is 2 h 25 min to travel the 337 km long route, with around there are 7 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from London to Lancaster leaves at 04: 31. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from London to Lancaster leaves at 23: 08.
Yes, there are 7 direct trains a day from London to Lancaster with Avanti West Coast. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Take the London to Lancaster train with Avanti West Coast or West Midlands Trains. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey between London and Lancaster as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 08.
Passengers board the train most frequently from London Euston, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Lancaster, located 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city centre.
A trip to Lancaster from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 25 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from London to Lancaster by train is December.
You have options as you can travel between London and Lancaster 3 different ways: coach, flight or train.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Lancaster
London
Lancaster
The major train station for departures in London is London Euston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Euston for your trip from London to Lancaster.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
Wifi
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
Lockers
- Excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Nando's
- The Signal Box
- Delice de France
- Tortilla
- Starbucks
- AMT Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Camden Food Co.
- & many more
Taxis
- Taxi: The taxi rank is located beneath the station.
- Accessible taxis: The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts. You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482. The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground.
Accessibility
- Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
WC
- Toilets Location: These are located by the entrance to platforms 1-3 There are also accessible showers located in the First Class Lounge, shared between Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
- Hilton London Euston
- The Wesley Euston Hotel
- Travelodge London Central Euston
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 18 at buffer end, West Colonnade opposite Sainsbury's, alongside station entrance, East Colonnade opposite M&S and to the rear of Nandos and Cafe Rouge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Public transit options for London Euston
- Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
- Overground lines: Watford DC
- Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
- Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket Officeinformation
Address
Heathrow Airport Terminals 2 & 3 station, Inner Ring Road, Heathrow Airport, Greater London, TW6 1WDTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
Distance to city center
23 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transit options for Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
Heathrow Terminal 4
Amenities at train station
WifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:40
Distance to city center
22 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Public transit options for Heathrow Terminal 4
- Metro: Connection available with LT Piccadilly Line
The major train station for arrivals in Lancaster is Lancaster. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lancaster for your journey to Lancaster from London.
Lancaster
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 19:45 Saturday 05:15 - 19:45 Sunday 09:30 - 20:00
Distance to city center
2 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Yes, located platform 4/5 and platform 3
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 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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