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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Deansgate | Lancaster | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Manchester Oxford Road | Lancaster | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Manchester Oxford Road | Lancaster | No tags | ||||
| Train | Deansgate | Lancaster | No tags | ||||
| Train | Manchester Oxford Road | Lancaster | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Manchester to Lancaster
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lancaster. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just R 137, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Manchester to Lancaster by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Lancaster?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Lancaster start from R 114. The average price for this train route is around R 368. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Lancaster?
The average train journey time from Manchester to Lancaster is 1h 1m, covering a distance of 74 km. The quickest train can get you there in 49m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Manchester to Lancaster route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 29 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express, Northern.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Manchester to Lancaster?
The earliest train from Manchester to Lancaster departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 23:59.
Which is the best train operator from Manchester 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 Manchester to Lancaster?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Manchester 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 Manchester 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 Manchester to Lancaster was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 224To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Lancaster as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 224 to R 1 011 for a train ticket from Manchester to Lancaster based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 295, which is on 2025-12-16.
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.
