Lancaster to Dundee train

Fri 21 Nov
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Great Western Rail
Avanti West Coast
Regionale
West Midlands Trains
Deutsche Bahn
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Great Western Rail
Avanti West Coast
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Deutsche Bahn
1,000+ travel companies
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Compare coach and train for Lancaster to Dundee

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancaster to Dundee among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £42.

Distance: 266 km

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£78

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£15

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4h 49m

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4h 19m

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30m

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6h 55m

Average total duration

6h 25m

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0.3 - 0.7kg

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Live departures

Lancaster to Dundee train times

The table below shows live departures for Lancaster to Dundee trains for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 06:19
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
avanti_west_coast07:09 Lancaster
3h36
10:45 Dundee0 changesdirect
transpennine_express07:17 Lancaster
4h28
11:45 Dundee0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Lancaster to Dundee

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Trains from Lancaster to Dundee run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 18:47. The fastest train covers the 266 km distance in 3h 36m.

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
Coach from £15
Distance
266 km
Average train duration
4h 19m
Cheapest ticket price
£42
Trains per day
3
Fastest train
3h 36m
First train
05:41
Last train
18:47
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
Coach from £15

FAQs: Lancaster to Dundee train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster to Dundee 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 Dundee, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
You typically need 2 to 3 days in Dundee to explore its key attractions, such as the V&A Dundee, Discovery Point, and the Dundee Law, while also enjoying the local culture and dining options.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Lancaster to Dundee.
A day trip from Lancaster to Dundee is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 36m. Trains operate 3 times per day over a distance of 266 km.
In Dundee, you can explore the vibrant Dundee Contemporary Arts for exhibitions and cinema, visit the family-friendly Camperdown Wildlife Centre, or relax at Broughty Ferry Beach. Stargaze at Mills Observatory, the UK's only full-time public observatory, or enjoy the rejuvenated Dundee Waterfront with its shops and restaurants. Don't miss the V&A Dundee, Discovery Point with the RRS Discovery ship, The McManus museum and art gallery, panoramic views from Dundee Law, and the Verdant Works jute mill museum.
The train journey from Lancaster to Dundee offers scenic views, especially as it travels through the picturesque landscapes of the Lake District and along the stunning coastal stretches of the East Coast Main Line. Passengers can enjoy glimpses of rolling hills, charming countryside, and dramatic sea views.
To get from Lancaster to Dundee, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
Booking trains from Lancaster to Dundee in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Lancaster to Dundee is 266 km.
The train journey from Lancaster to Dundee covers a distance of 266 km and takes approximately 3h 36m. Trains run 3 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Lancaster to Dundee can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £42, while the average price tends to be around £78.
The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Dundee is by coach, costing approximately £15.
The train station in Lancaster that goes to Dundee is Lancaster station (LAN), and it arrives at Dundee station (DEE).
The first train from Lancaster to Dundee leaves at 5:41.
The last train from Lancaster to Dundee departs at 18:47.
Trains from Lancaster to Dundee run approximately 3 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Lancaster to Dundee.
There is no night train service from Lancaster to Dundee.

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Important Stations and Airports in Lancaster and Dundee

Lancaster
Dundee
The major train station for departures in Lancaster is Lancaster. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lancaster for your trip from Lancaster to Dundee.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 19:45 Saturday 05:15 - 19:45 Sunday 09:30 - 20:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
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
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
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Yes, located platform 4/5 and platform 3
Bike Parking
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 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 transport 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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