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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle station (CAR) to Lancaster station (LAN)
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- £7
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- £18
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 46 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 48 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 21
- Distance
- 94 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle station (CAR) to Lancaster station (LAN) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle station (CAR) to Lancaster station (LAN) will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Fri 13 Nov, we found 21 trains from Carlisle station (CAR) to Lancaster station (LAN), including 21 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 94 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 49 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.
W339395:43 0h53 Carlisle station (CAR) 6:36 Lancaster station (LAN) £7 1 One-way 0 changes
W848936:24 1h00 Carlisle station (CAR) 7:24 Lancaster station (LAN) £8 1 One-way 0 changes- W84896
7:34 0h52 Carlisle station (CAR) 8:26 Lancaster station (LAN) £8 1 One-way 0 changes - W34029
6:47 0h53 Carlisle station (CAR) 7:40 Lancaster station (LAN) £8 1 One-way 0 changes - W34271
7:03 0h53 Carlisle station (CAR) 7:56 Lancaster station (LAN) £9 1 One-way 0 changes
- W33903
9:10 0h46 Carlisle station (CAR) 9:56 Lancaster station (LAN) £18 1 One-way 0 changes - W34160
13:12 0h46 Carlisle station (CAR) 13:58 Lancaster station (LAN) £16 1 One-way 0 changes - W34172
12:50 0h49 Carlisle station (CAR) 13:39 Lancaster station (LAN) £21 1 One-way 0 changes - W33970
10:50 0h49 Carlisle station (CAR) 11:39 Lancaster station (LAN) £21 1 One-way 0 changes - W34060
12:06 0h49 Carlisle station (CAR) 12:55 Lancaster station (LAN) £17 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle station (CAR) to Lancaster station (LAN)
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Trains from Carlisle station (CAR) to Lancaster station (LAN) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 20:26. The fastest train covers the 94 km distance in 46m.
Distance 94 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 5:47 |
Last train 20:26 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Frequently asked questions about your Carlisle station (CAR) to Lancaster station (LAN) trip
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Live departures
Carlisle station (CAR) to Lancaster station (LAN) train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle station (CAR) to Lancaster station (LAN) trains for tomorrow, Friday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33939 | 5:43 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0h53 | 6:36 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84893 | 6:24 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h00 | 7:24 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34029 | 6:47 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0h53 | 7:40 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34271 | 7:03 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0h53 | 7:56 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84896 | 7:34 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0h52 | 8:26 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34181 | 7:46 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0h53 | 8:39 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34265 | 8:08 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0h50 | 8:58 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84899 | 8:35 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0h53 | 9:28 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34028 | 8:49 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0h50 | 9:39 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33903 | 9:10 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0h46 | 9:56 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84884 | 9:25 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0h56 | 10:21 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84901 | 9:32 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0h53 | 10:25 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34039 | 9:48 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0h50 | 10:38 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33933 | 10:07 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0h50 | 10:57 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84903 | 10:35 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0h54 | 11:29 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33970 | 10:50 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0h49 | 11:39 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84907 | 11:33 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0h53 | 12:26 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33973 | 11:48 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0h50 | 12:38 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34060 | 12:06 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0h49 | 12:55 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34172 | 12:50 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0h49 | 13:39 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34160 | 13:12 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0h46 | 13:58 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Carlisle station (CAR) to Lancaster station (LAN) train
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Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle station (CAR) and Lancaster station (LAN)
Most Carlisle station (CAR) to Lancaster station (LAN) trains use the Carlisle to Lancaster station pair. Use this guide to compare Carlisle station (CAR) and Lancaster station (LAN) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Carlisle from Carlisle city centre
Carlisle train station facilities and services
Carlisle has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carlisle.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Carlisle.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Carlisle. 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 Carlisle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Carlisle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carlisle: 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 available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, 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.
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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