How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Lancaster?

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Lancaster start from $21. The average price for this train route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Lancaster?

The average train ride duration from Birmingham to Lancaster is 2h 1m, covering a distance of 115 miles (185 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators service the Birmingham to Lancaster route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Birmingham to Lancaster?

The earliest train departs from Birmingham to Lancaster at 7:07am. And the latest train departs at 7:07pm.

Train Birmingham to Lancaster from $20

Next train departures

Next departures for Birmingham to Lancaster on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:07pm	Birmingham New Street	2h 2m	6:09pm	Lancaster	Cheapest
Train	3:07pm	Birmingham New Street	2h	5:07pm	Lancaster	Fastest
Train	12:07pm	Birmingham New Street	2h 1m	2:08pm	Lancaster	No tags
Train	12:07pm	Birmingham New Street	2h 1m	2:08pm	Lancaster	No tags
Train	3:07pm	Birmingham New Street	2h	5:07pm	Lancaster	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:33 AM GMT.

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Lancaster. The journey takes about 2 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day

2h 1mAverage Duration

115 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $69	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$21 - $165	Average Duration2h 1m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$18 - $18	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.2

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at $21

Avanti West Coast Birmingham Lancaster recent customer reviews

I was not able to travel as was not well.

Eunice B.

May 27, 2024

Very much satisfied

Edrisa S.

April 30, 2022

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham to Lancaster by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Lancaster?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Lancaster start from $21. The average price for this train route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Lancaster?
The average train ride duration from Birmingham to Lancaster is 2h 1m, covering a distance of 115 miles (185 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators service the Birmingham to Lancaster route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Birmingham to Lancaster?
The earliest train departs from Birmingham to Lancaster at 7:07am. And the latest train departs at 7:07pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

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$22

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$22

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$23

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$23

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$21

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The cheapest trip from Birmingham to Lancaster was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $21

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to Lancaster, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $21 to $157 for a train ticket from Birmingham to Lancaster based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-12-16.