4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Lancaster
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€24
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Lancaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Lancaster will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 6 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Lancaster on Wed, Jul 29, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 29 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 10 m .
On Wed, Jul 29 the slowest trains will take 1 h 26 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.
G890459:29 AM1h21Manchester Airport (MIA)10:50 AMLancaster station (LAN)€161One-way0 transfers- G890628:29 AM1h33Manchester Airport (MIA)10:02 AMLancaster station (LAN)€161One-way0 transfers
W8517710:04 AM1h10Manchester Airport (MIA)11:14 AMLancaster station (LAN)€231One-way0 transfers- W851688:04 AM1h14Manchester Airport (MIA)9:18 AMLancaster station (LAN)€231One-way0 transfers
- W851709:04 AM1h17Manchester Airport (MIA)10:21 AMLancaster station (LAN)€231One-way0 transfers
- W8517710:04 AM1h10Manchester Airport (MIA)11:14 AMLancaster station (LAN)€231One-way0 transfers
- W851688:04 AM1h14Manchester Airport (MIA)9:18 AMLancaster station (LAN)€231One-way0 transfers
- W851709:04 AM1h17Manchester Airport (MIA)10:21 AMLancaster station (LAN)€231One-way0 transfers
- G890459:29 AM1h21Manchester Airport (MIA)10:50 AMLancaster station (LAN)€161One-way0 transfers
- G89062+
W341778:29 AM1h26Manchester Airport (MIA)9:55 AMLancaster station (LAN)€421One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester Airport to Lancaster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Lancaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, and a bus costs an average of €12.
Distance: 86 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€15 Average price Cheapest | €15 Average price |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester Airport to Lancaster train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Lancaster trains for today, Tuesday, July 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:17 AM Manchester Airport | 2h13 | 10:30 AM Lancaster | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:29 AM Manchester Airport | 1h33 | 10:02 AM Lancaster | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:29 AM Manchester Airport | 1h33 | 12:02 PM Lancaster | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:29 PM Manchester Airport | 1h21 | 7:50 PM Lancaster | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:55 PM Manchester Airport | 2h02 | 9:57 PM Lancaster | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W85168 | 8:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h14 | 9:18 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89062 | 8:29 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h33 | 10:02 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| G89062+W34177 | 8:29 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h26 | 9:55 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 1 transfer | |
| W85170 | 9:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h17 | 10:21 AM Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Lancaster
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester Airport to Lancaster run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:04, the last at 21:59. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 7:04 AM |
Last train 9:59 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express from Manchester Airport to Lancaster trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Lancaster from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport to Lancaster
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport to Lancaster
Most Manchester Airport to Lancaster trains use the Manchester Oxford Road to Lancaster station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport and Lancaster train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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