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Compare 3 ways to travel from Leeds to Lancaster
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lancaster. The journey takes about 4 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Leeds 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.
How much does a train ticket cost from Leeds to Lancaster?
The cheapest train tickets from Leeds to Lancaster start from £8. The average price for this train route is around £19. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Leeds to Lancaster?
The average train journey time from Leeds to Lancaster is 1h 55m, covering a distance of 55 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 46m and is operated by Northern.
Which train operators serve the Leeds to Lancaster route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day, including services from Northern, Transpennine Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Leeds to Lancaster?
The earliest train from Leeds to Lancaster departs at 08:18. And the latest train departs at 19:59.
Which is the best train operator from Leeds 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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Leeds to Lancaster?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Leeds 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.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Leeds 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.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Leeds to Lancaster was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £8To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Leeds to Lancaster as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £8 to £62 for a train ticket from Leeds to Lancaster based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2025-12-14.
Usually Transpennine Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
