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The cheapest and fastest trains from Salford to Lancaster
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£30
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 21 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
74 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salford to Lancaster is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salford to Lancaster will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Salford for Lancaster every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 74 km distance in an average of 1 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 37 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.
05:311h37
Salford07:08Lancaster
£291One-way
0 changes
04:461h05
Salford05:51Lancaster
£301One-way
0 changes
04:461h05
Salford05:51Lancaster
£301One-way
0 changes
05:311h37
Salford07:08Lancaster
£291One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Salford to Lancaster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salford to Lancaster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 74 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£29 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Salford to Lancaster train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:29
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:46 Salford | 1h05 | 05:51 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:31 Salford | 1h37 | 07:08 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salford to Lancaster
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Salford to Lancaster run on average 2 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
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 £8
Distance 74 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 23:06 |
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 £8
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Salford to Lancaster trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Salford and Lancaster from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 4m
Cheapest Price
£27
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Salford to Lancaster train
FAQs: Travel by train from Salford 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 Salford to Lancaster.
To get from Salford to Lancaster, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
Booking trains from Salford to Lancaster in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Salford to Lancaster is 74 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Salford to Lancaster can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £27, while the average price tends to be around £29.
The train journey from Salford to Lancaster covers a distance of 74 km and takes approximately 1h 5m. Trains run 2 per day.
The first train from Salford to Lancaster leaves at 5:13.
The cheapest way to get from Salford to Lancaster is by coach, costing approximately £8.
The train station in Salford that goes to Lancaster is Salford Central (SFD), and it arrives at Lancaster station (LAN).
The last train from Salford to Lancaster departs at 23:06.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Salford to Lancaster.
Yes, you can take the train from Salford to Lancaster.
Trains from Salford to Lancaster run approximately 2 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Salford to Lancaster.
There is no night train service from Salford to Lancaster.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salford and Lancaster
Salford
Lancaster
The major train station for departures in Salford is Salford Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Salford Central for your trip from Salford to Lancaster.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:25 - 19:35 Sunday Closed
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Ramped access to platforms and ticket office. We regret that wheelchair users cannot board or alight here, due to excessive wheelchair ramp gradients between the train and the very low-height platforms.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Public transport options for Salford Central
- Onward travel information: Located on both sides of New Bailey Street for buses to Bolton, Eccles and Piccadilly Gardens. Maximum distance 120 yards/110m. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the station on New Bailey Street.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibility
WCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 21:45 Sunday 09:10 - 16:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, The station is accessed from the main road ( A6,THE CRESCENT) and the corner of University Road There is a lift available at the end of the overbridge (facing the steps of which there is 36 down onto the platform). The lift is available from first to last train.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in the Booking Hall. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A key is available from the Booking Office and Supervisor's Office upon request.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Public transport options for Salford Crescent
- Onward travel information: Located on The Crescent for buses to Piccadilly Gardens, Eccles and Bolton. Maximum distance 300 yards/274m. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off outside the station near to the roundabout.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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 Salford.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information 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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