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Morecambe Heritage Centre
Local heritage museum in a former station building, covering Morecambe’s seaside past, transport links, and social history through displays and archives.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
34 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
38 m
Trains on 18 Sept
17
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ulverston to Morecambe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ulverston to Morecambe will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 17 trains from Ulverston to Morecambe, including 17 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 21 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .
The slowest trains will take 40 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ulverston to Morecambe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 21 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 3m faster (53m by train vs 56m by car) and roughly £4 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£6 vs £10). 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.
Direct services run with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Ulverston to Morecambe trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:09 Ulverston | 0h41 | 7:50 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:30 Ulverston | 0h42 | 8:12 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:07 Ulverston | 0h39 | 8:46 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:07 Ulverston | 0h41 | 9:48 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:19 Ulverston | 0h46 | 11:05 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:08 Ulverston | 0h39 | 11:47 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:10 Ulverston | 0h39 | 12:49 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:09 Ulverston | 0h44 | 13:53 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:11 Ulverston | 0h40 | 14:51 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:06 Ulverston | 0h40 | 15:46 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:09 Ulverston | 0h44 | 16:53 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:10 Ulverston | 0h40 | 17:50 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:37 Ulverston | 0h43 | 18:20 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:21 Ulverston | 0h45 | 19:06 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:15 Ulverston | 0h42 | 19:57 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:04 Ulverston | 0h40 | 20:44 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:03 Ulverston | 0h45 | 21:48 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:04 Ulverston | 0h41 | 22:45 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 5:16 Ulverston | 0h34 | 5:50 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:09 Ulverston | 0h42 | 6:51 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:31 Ulverston | 0h45 | 7:16 Lancaster | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Ulverston to Morecambe run on average 4 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 22:56. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 34m.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 5:57 |
Last train 22:56 |
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Discover the best of Morecambe — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Morecambe trip today.
Local heritage museum in a former station building, covering Morecambe’s seaside past, transport links, and social history through displays and archives.
Art gallery and studios in nearby Lancaster with changing exhibitions, contemporary work, and a strong local creative programme.
Museum in nearby Lancaster exploring city and regional history, with archaeology, decorative arts, and changing displays.
Long seafront promenade for bay views, public art, and easy walking or cycling, especially popular at sunset.
Stone jetty extending into the bay, loved for open views, sea air, birdlife, and photographs across the water.
Historic village area with coastal paths, old cottages, and access to chapel ruins and churchyard views over the bay.
Brown shrimps from Morecambe Bay, usually potted with butter, mace and pepper. They are the town’s signature seafood and a long-standing local delicacy.
Small brown shrimps boiled and served simply, often in sandwiches or with lemon. They reflect the bay’s famous inshore shrimping tradition.
A classic Lancashire hotpot of lamb or mutton with onions, often topped with sliced potatoes and slow-cooked. It is a staple across Lancashire.
Well-known seafood restaurant and fishmonger serving fresh local catch in a relaxed dining room near the promenade.
Popular casual venue for breakfast, brunch and coffee, with sea views and a bright, modern atmosphere on the seafront.
Traditional seafront fish and chip shop known for classic British seafood and a straightforward, casual setting.
Morecambe is generally cheaper than major UK tourist cities. Dining and local travel are moderate, and accommodation is often better value outside peak seaside weekends.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Café tipping is not expected, but small change is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ulverston to Morecambe 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 Morecambe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ulverston to Morecambe trains use the Ulverston to Morecambe station pair. Use this guide to compare Ulverston and Morecambe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ulverston has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Ticket office support is available at Ulverston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Ulverston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ulverston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ulverston: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Farmers Ulverston, The Sun Inn.
Morecambe has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Morecambe.
Ticket office support is available at Morecambe.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Morecambe: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Morecambe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Morecambe: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Level access to platform from Central Drive up a gentle 30 metre ramp with handrail or up 4 steps and 15 metre ramp with handrail, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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