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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lancaster to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£113
Average price
£113
Fastest journey
3 h 48 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
289 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lancaster to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lancaster to Cardiff will cost around £113 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £113.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lancaster for Cardiff every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 289 km distance in an average of 3 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 48 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.
15:573h48Lancaster19:45Cardiff£1131One-way0 changes- 8:593h48Lancaster12:47Cardiff£1131One-way0 changes
- 15:573h48Lancaster19:45Cardiff£1131One-way0 changes
- 8:593h48Lancaster12:47Cardiff£1131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Lancaster to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancaster to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 289 km
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£85 Average Price | £55 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lancaster to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Lancaster to Cardiff trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 6:00 Lancaster | 3h49 | 9:49 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lancaster to Cardiff
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Lancaster to Cardiff run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £33 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 289 km distance in 3h 48m.
Distance 289 km |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 48m |
First train 4:30 |
Last train 21:35 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Lancaster to Cardiff trainsAvanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Lancaster and Cardiff from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lancaster to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster to Cardiff 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 Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lancaster and Cardiff
Most Lancaster to Cardiff trains use the Lancaster to Cardiff Central station pair, with some services arriving at Cardiff Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Lancaster and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lancaster station do trains to Cardiff leave from?
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.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cardiff Queen Street from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Queen Street train station facilities and services
Cardiff Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cardiff Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, 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 Cardiff Queen Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machines are near the main entrance and take cash and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
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