The cheapest and fastest trains from Lancaster station (LAN) to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price on 10 Oct
£20
Average ticket price on 10 Oct
£20
Fastest journey on 10 Oct
1 h 16 m
Average journey duration on 10 Oct
1 h 16 m
Trains on 10 Oct
1
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lancaster station (LAN) to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lancaster station (LAN) to Manchester Airport will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
On Sat 10 Oct, we found 1 trains from Lancaster station (LAN) to Manchester Airport, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 84 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 16 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.
7:281h16Lancaster station (LAN)8:44Manchester Airport£201One-way0 changes
7:281h16Lancaster station (LAN)8:44Manchester Airport£201One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Lancaster station (LAN) to Manchester Airport
Trains from Lancaster station (LAN) to Manchester Airport run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:28, the last at 09:50. The fastest train covers the 84 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 84 km |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 7:28 |
Last train 9:50 |
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Live departures
Lancaster station (LAN) to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Lancaster station (LAN) to Manchester Airport trains for today, Friday 9 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:28 Lancaster station (LAN) | 1h16 | 9:44 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:48 Lancaster station (LAN) | 2h12 | 11:00 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:26 Lancaster station (LAN) | 1h18 | 11:44 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail from Lancaster station (LAN) to Manchester Airport trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail trains will get you between Lancaster station (LAN) and Manchester Airport from £11. 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 station (LAN) to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster station (LAN) to Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Lancaster station (LAN) and Manchester Airport
Most Lancaster station (LAN) to Manchester Airport trains use the Lancaster to Manchester Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Lancaster station (LAN) and Manchester Airport 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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