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Compare coach and train for Durham to Lancaster
The cheapest option from Durham to Lancaster is train, with an average price of £70. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Durham to Lancaster among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 113 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£70 Average Price Cheapest option | £523 Average Price |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 80h 45m Average total duration 80h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Durham to Lancaster
Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Durham to Lancaster, including direct trains, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:41, the last at 22:23. The fastest train covers the 113 km distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 113 km |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Lowest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 4:41 |
Last train 22:23 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail from Durham to Lancaster trainsNorthern Rail trains will get you between Durham and Lancaster from £51. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Durham to Lancaster train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham 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
Important Stations and Airports in Durham and Lancaster
Most Durham to Lancaster trains use the Durham to Lancaster station pair. Use this guide to compare Durham and Lancaster train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Durham station do trains to Lancaster leave from?
Getting to Durham from Durham city centre
Durham train station facilities and services
Durham has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Durham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Durham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Durham.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Durham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Durham: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Durham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Which Lancaster station do trains from Durham 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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