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The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes to Lancaster
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£84
Average price
£84
Fastest journey
2 h 43 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
265 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes to Lancaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milton Keynes to Lancaster will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £84.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Milton Keynes for Lancaster every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 265 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 43 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.
08:242h43
Milton Keynes11:07Lancaster
£841One-way
0 changes
08:242h43
Milton Keynes11:07Lancaster
£841One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Milton Keynes to Lancaster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Lancaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 265 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£67 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 47m Average total duration 8h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Milton Keynes to Lancaster train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 20:26
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:24 Milton Keynes | 2h43 | 11:07 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milton Keynes to Lancaster
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Milton Keynes to Lancaster run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 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 265 km |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 20:58 |
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
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Milton Keynes to Lancaster trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Milton Keynes and Lancaster from £22. 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 Duration
2h 11m
Cheapest Price
£22
Avanti West Coast frequency
5 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
FAQs: Milton Keynes to Lancaster train
FAQs: Travel by train from Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes to Lancaster.
Yes, there is a direct train between Milton Keynes and Lancaster. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by Avanti West Coast.
Booking trains from Milton Keynes to Lancaster in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Milton Keynes to Lancaster can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £22, while the average price tends to be around £67.
The train distance from Milton Keynes to Lancaster is 265 km.
To get from Milton Keynes to Lancaster, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The cheapest way to get from Milton Keynes to Lancaster is by train, costing approximately £22.
The train journey from Milton Keynes to Lancaster covers a distance of 265 km and takes approximately 2h 11m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train station in Milton Keynes that goes to Lancaster is Milton Keynes Central (MKC), and it arrives at Lancaster station (LAN).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Milton Keynes to Lancaster.
The first train from Milton Keynes to Lancaster leaves at 5:13.
The last train from Milton Keynes to Lancaster departs at 20:58.
Yes, you can take the train from Milton Keynes to Lancaster.
Trains from Milton Keynes to Lancaster run approximately 6 times per day.
There is no night train service from Milton Keynes to Lancaster.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Milton Keynes and Lancaster
Milton Keynes
Lancaster
The major train station for departures in Milton Keynes is Milton Keynes Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Milton Keynes Central for your trip from Milton Keynes to Lancaster.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:00 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:30 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
Distance to city center
1 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible - situated on the concourse and at the front of the station outside the main entrance
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on 1 and 3. Please be advised the non-accessible toilets on Platforms 1 and 2 are locked out of use until further notice. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse (operated by a RADAR key), Platform 1 and Platform 3. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. Passengers in possession of a RADAR key can access the toilets at all times. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 05:00-23:00.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
The major train station for arrivals in Lancaster is Lancaster. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lancaster for your journey to Lancaster from Milton Keynes.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 19:45 Saturday 05:15 - 19:45 Sunday 09:30 - 20:00
Distance to city center
2 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
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
- 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
- Waiting rooms location: Yes, located platform 4/5 and platform 3
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 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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