Train from York to Lancaster: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from York to Lancaster on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
NorthernTrain
York
LancasterNo tags
NorthernTrain
York
LancasterNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
York
LancasterNo tags
NorthernTrain
York
LancasterNo tags
NorthernTrain
York
LancasterNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from York to Lancaster

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lancaster. The journey takes about 6 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
6h 5mAverage duration
69 milesDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£16 - £30Average duration6h 5m
3kg CO₂e
Average price£42 - £42Average duration2h 40m
3kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from York to Lancaster by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from York to Lancaster?

    The cheapest train tickets from York to Lancaster start from £42. The average price for this train route is around £42. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from York to Lancaster?

    The average train journey time from York to Lancaster is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 70 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 40m and is operated by Transpennine Express.

  3. Which train operators serve the York to Lancaster route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express, Northern.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from York to Lancaster?

    The earliest train from York to Lancaster departs at 15:39. And the latest train departs at 15:39.

  5. Which is the best train operator from York to Lancaster?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from York to Lancaster?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from York to Lancaster?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from York to Lancaster?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

People from around the world trust Busbud