Liverpool to Lancaster train with Northern Rail (3)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Liverpool to Lancaster

Showing times and prices for 19 Apr

Cheapest price

£27

Average price

£27

Fastest journey

1 h 16 m

Average duration

1 h 42 m

Trains per day

Distance

74 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Lancaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

C22421+

G31138 · W45917

08:581h52

Moorfields (MRF)

10:50Lancaster station (LAN)

£271One-way

2 changes

G53094+

C49508

09:391h16

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

10:55Lancaster station (LAN)

£271One-way

1 change

W48187+

C49510

09:452h10

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

11:55Lancaster station (LAN)

£271One-way

1 change

G53092+

C49506

08:391h16

Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)

09:55Lancaster station (LAN)

£271One-way

1 change

C22427+

G31140+

C49510

09:581h57

Moorfields (MRF)

11:55Lancaster station (LAN)

£271One-way

2 changes

Live departures

Liverpool to Lancaster train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday 19 April

Last updated at 18:42

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
G53092+C49506	On time 07:39 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	1h16	08:55 Lancaster station (LAN)	1 change
C22421+G31138 · W45917	On time 07:58 Moorfields (MRF)	1h52	09:50 Lancaster station (LAN)	2 changes
G53094+C49508	On time 08:39 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	1h16	09:55 Lancaster station (LAN)	1 change
W48187+C49510	On time 08:45 Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)	2h10	10:55 Lancaster station (LAN)	1 change
C22427+G31140+C49510	On time 08:58 Moorfields (MRF)	1h57	10:55 Lancaster station (LAN)	2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Liverpool to Lancaster

United Kingdom

Trains from Liverpool to Lancaster run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.

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

Distance

73 km

Average train duration

1h 29m

Cheapest ticket price

£8

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

1h 1m

First train

05:43

Last train

21:15

Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express and Virgin Trains trains Liverpool to Lancaster

Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express and Virgin Trains trains will get you from Liverpool to Lancaster from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Trains is one of many publicly owned train providers in the United Kingdom. Headquartered in York, Northern operates local and regional trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day tickets can be purchased for Northern train journeys between Liverpool and Lancaster. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.

Train information from Liverpool to Lancaster with Northern Rail (3):

Average Duration: 1 h 16 min
Cheapest Price: £9

Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.

Train information from Liverpool to Lancaster with TransPennine Express:

Average Duration: 1 h 1 min
Cheapest Price: £7

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Virgin Trains from Liverpool to Lancaster train information:

Average Duration: 1 h 34 min
Cheapest Price: £23

Mersey Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a network of commuter and regional services in the North West of England. Mersey Rail operates a variety of train types, including the Class 507 and Class 508 electric multiple units, and the Class 142 and Class 150 diesel multiple units. It also operates the Merseyrail Electrics, a fleet of electric multiple units. Mersey Rail offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. The most popular routes for Mersey Rail are Liverpool to Southport, Liverpool to Chester, and Liverpool to Ormskirk.

East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.

FAQs: Liverpool to Lancaster train

FAQs: Travel by train from Liverpool to Lancaster easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Liverpool to Lancaster.

Cheap train tickets from Liverpool to Lancaster can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Liverpool to Lancaster is £18; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Liverpool to Lancaster is 1 h 1 min to travel the 45 mile long route, with around there are 9 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Liverpool to Lancaster leaves at 05: 12. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Liverpool to Lancaster leaves at 22: 20.

Yes, there is 1 direct train a day from Liverpool to Lancaster with TransPennine Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Lancaster. Take the fast train with East Midlands Trains from Liverpool to Lancaster.

For the best Liverpool to Lancaster train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast or East Midlands Trains. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services from Liverpool to Lancaster to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 20.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Liverpool Lime Street, which is located around 0.4 miles (732 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Lancaster, located 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Lancaster from Liverpool is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 1 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Liverpool to Lancaster is November.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Liverpool to Lancaster including taking a coach or train.

Important Stations and Airports in Liverpool and Lancaster

Liverpool

Lancaster

The major train station for departures in Liverpool is Liverpool Lime Street. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Liverpool Lime Street for your trip from Liverpool to Lancaster.

Liverpool Lime Street Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Lime St, Liverpool L1 1JD, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
Sun: 07:15 - 23:05

Wifi

Free public Wi-Fi available.

Lockers

The Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00.

Shopping

Type of shops available: Various retail establishments including Photo Booths to purchase items whilst in the station

Parking

Car Park: Short stay car park located on Skelhorne Street & Long Stay Car Park located on Lord Nelson Street

Dining

Caffè Nero
Costa Coffee
Upper Crust
Starbucks
JD Wetherspoon

Taxis

Taxi: The station taxi rank is located at Skelhorne Street side of the station. There are two customer help points located for passengers requiring assistance.
Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis at Liverpool Lime Street station can be provided at the taxi rank. If you require a private accessible taxi please locate a member of the station staff and they will provide you with a local taxi firm company number.

Accessibility

Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.

Toilets Location: Male and Female toilets located on the station concourse by Lord Nelson street entrance
National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: The National Key (RADAR) toilet is located next to the Male and Female toilets by the Lord Nelson Street entrance. If you do not have a key please locate a member of staff and they will provide you with one.
Baby changing facilities: Yes
Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets

Hotel

Pembroke Studios
Riley’s Rooms
Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: Located on main concourse

Ticket Office

Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38
Sun: 07:15 - 23:05

Public transport options for Liverpool Lime Street

Suburban train lines: Wirral Line (green)
Bus lines: 9, 10, 61, 82, 79, 86C, 500
Train lines: Northern, West Midlands, TransPennine Express, East Midlands, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, London Northwestern
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement services depart at the Bus stop on Skelhorne Street, near the Tesco Express. L3 5GA.