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The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Lytham St Annes
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£55
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£74
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 45 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
317 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Lytham St Annes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Lytham St Annes will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
Fast trains
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from London to Lytham St Annes, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 317 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 45 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.
7:302h45London10:15Lytham St Annes£551One-way0 changes- 12:302h45London15:15Lytham St Annes£921One-way0 changes
- 12:302h45London15:15Lytham St Annes£921One-way0 changes
- 7:302h45London10:15Lytham St Annes£551One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for London to Lytham St Annes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Lytham St Annes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a flight costs an average of £67.
Distance: 317 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£60 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest | £67 Average Price | £63 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 9m Average total duration 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 6m Average total duration 6h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from London to Lytham St Annes is a coach with an average price of £16.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Lytham St Annes:
A coach is £45 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Lytham St Annes costing on average £60.
A coach is £51 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Lytham St Annes costing on average £67.
The fastest way to travel from London to Lytham St Annes is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 0m.
Other travel options to Lytham St Annes take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 39m.
Coach takes on average 6h 36m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and Lytham St Annes including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.
The journey is about 2h 16m faster (2h 39m by train vs 4h 55m by car) and roughly £2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£60 vs £63). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London to Lytham St Annes train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Lytham St Annes trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 12:30 London | 2h45 | 15:15 Lytham St Annes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London to Lytham St Annes by train, coach or flight
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Avanti West Coast as well as Caledonian Sleeper offer trains services from London to Lytham St Annes.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Caledonian Sleeper to find the best option for your trip from London to Lytham St Annes.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from London to Lytham St Annes.
Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Lytham St Annes
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Lytham St Annes run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 317 km distance in 2h 42m.
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 £13
Distance 317 km |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 5:31 |
Last train 22:00 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 £13
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper from London to Lytham St Annes trainsAvanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between London and Lytham St Annes from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
2h 42m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£47
Avanti West Coast frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Caledonian Sleeper
About
The Caledonian Sleeper is a train service operating in the United Kingdom. It offers overnight journeys between London, Scotland, the North of England and Wales. The service is operated by Serco and consists of two types of trains: the Classic Sleeper and the Lowland Sleeper. The Classic Sleeper offers comfortable sleeping berths, while the Lowland Sleeper offers reclining seats. Both trains offer onboard facilities such as Wi-Fi, power sockets, and complimentary tea and coffee.Ticket types include Standard, First Class and Solo. Standard tickets offer access to the lounge car, while First Class tickets include access to the lounge car and complimentary breakfast. Solo tickets are available for single travellers and offer access to the lounge car and a private sleeping berth. The most popular routes for the Caledonian Sleeper are London to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. Passengers can also travel from London to Aberdeen, Fort William and Dundee.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Caledonian Sleeper Duration
7h 21m
Cheapest Caledonian Sleeper Price
£86
Caledonian Sleeper frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in each carriage and under beds in sleeping compartments
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and timing before departure
Refund
Full refund provided if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Complimentary breakfast for all guests. Club Car serves dinner and drinks. Room service available for sleeping car passengers
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for sleeping car passengers. Optional seat reservations available for seated carriages
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Accessible rooms available, wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and staff assistance
Pets
Small pets allowed in sleeping compartments for a fee. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper from London to Lytham St Annes trainsAvanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between London and Lytham St Annes from £13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
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.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
2h 42m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£47
Avanti West Coast frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Caledonian Sleeper
About
The Caledonian Sleeper is a train service operating in the United Kingdom. It offers overnight journeys between London, Scotland, the North of England and Wales. The service is operated by Serco and consists of two types of trains: the Classic Sleeper and the Lowland Sleeper. The Classic Sleeper offers comfortable sleeping berths, while the Lowland Sleeper offers reclining seats. Both trains offer onboard facilities such as Wi-Fi, power sockets, and complimentary tea and coffee.Ticket types include Standard, First Class and Solo. Standard tickets offer access to the lounge car, while First Class tickets include access to the lounge car and complimentary breakfast. Solo tickets are available for single travellers and offer access to the lounge car and a private sleeping berth. The most popular routes for the Caledonian Sleeper are London to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. Passengers can also travel from London to Aberdeen, Fort William and Dundee.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Caledonian Sleeper Duration
7h 21m
Cheapest Caledonian Sleeper Price
£86
Caledonian Sleeper frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in each carriage and under beds in sleeping compartments
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and timing before departure
Refund
Full refund provided if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Complimentary breakfast for all guests. Club Car serves dinner and drinks. Room service available for sleeping car passengers
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for sleeping car passengers. Optional seat reservations available for seated carriages
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Accessible rooms available, wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and staff assistance
Pets
Small pets allowed in sleeping compartments for a fee. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Lytham St Annes
Things to do in Lytham St Annes
Discover the best of Lytham St Annes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lytham St Annes trip today.
- Recommended
Lytham St Annes Heritage Centre
Independent museum covering the Fylde's social and industrial past through photographs, artefacts and changing displays.
The Gallery at Fairhaven Lake
Compact public gallery with regularly changing exhibitions by regional artists, ideal for a short cultural stop in St Annes.
- Must visit
Lytham Green
Elegant seafront green with estuary views, landmark windmill and broad paths, popular for walks, events and sunsets.
- Must visit
Fairhaven Lake
Scenic coastal lake and promenade area for easy walks, birdwatching and wide estuary views, especially pleasant at low tide.
- Recommended
Ashton Gardens
Large ornamental gardens with lawns, pond, pavilion and seasonal planting, offering a relaxed break near St Annes centre.
- Gluten-free
Lancashire Hotpot
A Lancashire staple of slow-cooked lamb or mutton with onions, often topped with sliced potatoes. It is closely tied to the county’s working-class food heritage.
- Gluten-free
Lancashire Cheese
Crumbly cows’ milk cheese from Lancashire, traditionally made in creamy, tasty or crumbly styles. It is one of the county’s best-known regional foods.
- Gluten-free
Black Pudding
A classic Northern breakfast dish of black pudding, often grilled or fried. In Lancashire it is a familiar butcher’s staple with a strong local following.
Zest Food & Wine
Well-known local Italian restaurant with a lively feel, serving pasta, pizza and hearty mains close to the town centre.
The Grand Hotel
Long-established seafront hotel restaurant known for classic dining, afternoon tea and sea views in a traditional, comfortable atmosphere.
Greens of St Annes
Popular neighbourhood bistro offering brunch, coffee and modern British plates in a smart but informal setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for a UK seaside town. Dining and stays are usually cheaper than in major UK cities, but summer weekends and seafront areas can cost more.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-15 for fast food or a simple café meal.
- Mid-range
- £18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, often just small change.
FAQs: London to Lytham St Annes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Lytham St Annes 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 Lytham St Annes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from London to Lytham St Annes can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £47, while the average price tends to be around £60.
The train journey from London to Lytham St Annes covers a distance of 317 km and takes approximately 2h 42m. Trains run 16 per day.
The train distance from London to Lytham St Annes is 317 km.
The first train from London to Lytham St Annes leaves at 5:31.
The last train from London to Lytham St Annes departs at 22:00.
Trains from London to Lytham St Annes run approximately 16 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from London to Lytham St Annes.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from London to Lytham St Annes.
To get from London to Lytham St Annes, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
Yes, there is a night train from London to Lytham St Annes.
The train station in London that goes to Lytham St Annes is London Euston (EUS), and it arrives at St Annes-on-the-Sea (SAS).
The cheapest way to get from London to Lytham St Annes is by coach, costing approximately £13.
Booking trains from London to Lytham St Annes in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from London to Lytham St Annes offers varied scenery, with views of the English countryside, rolling hills, and coastal landscapes near the destination.
A day trip from London to Lytham St Annes is not feasible, as the journey duration is 2h 42m. However, there are 11 train services available per day.
A stay of two to three days in Lytham St Annes is ideal to explore its charming seafront, visit the historic Lytham Hall, and enjoy local attractions such as Fairhaven Lake and the Lytham Windmill.
Yes, you can take the train from London to Lytham St Annes.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Lytham St Annes
Most London to Lytham St Annes trains use the London Euston to Ansdell & Fairhaven station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Lytham St Annes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in London
Arrival train stations in Lytham St Annes
London EustonEuston Road, London, Greater London, NW1 2RT, United Kingdom+44 3457114141
City-centre transport
Getting to London Euston from London city centre
BusN5 · 10m · £2 · every ~3 min
N279, 29, N29 · 16m · £2 · every ~34 min
91, N91 · 21m · £10 · every ~28 min
SubwayNorthern · 7m · £2 · every ~86 min
London Euston train station facilities and services
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
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