How much does a train ticket from Preston to Lancaster cost?

The average train ticket price from Preston to Lancaster is $13. The best way to find train tickets from Preston to Lancaster is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Preston to Lancaster?

A train trip between Preston and Lancaster is around 15m, although the fastest train will take about 14m. This is the time it takes to travel the 20 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Preston and Lancaster?

The number of trains from Preston to Lancaster can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 16. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Preston to Lancaster by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Preston to Lancaster?

When taking the train from Preston to Lancaster, you can travel comfortably and safely with Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern.

Train Preston to Lancaster from $4

Next train departures

Next departures for Preston to Lancaster on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:33pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	18m	4:51pm	Lancaster	Cheapest
Train	3:41pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	3:55pm	Lancaster	Fastest
Train	3:03pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	15m	3:18pm	Lancaster	No tags
Train	3:33pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	3:50pm	Lancaster	No tags
Train	3:41pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	3:55pm	Lancaster	No tags

Next departures for Preston to Lancaster on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:34am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	8:51am	Lancaster	Cheapest
Train	7:54am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	8:08am	Lancaster	Fastest
Train	7:04am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	15m	7:19am	Lancaster	No tags
Train	7:54am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	8:08am	Lancaster	No tags
Train	3:33pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	3:50pm	Lancaster	No tags

Next departures for Preston to Lancaster on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:34am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	8:51am	Lancaster	Cheapest
Train	7:54am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	8:08am	Lancaster	Fastest
Train	7:04am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	15m	7:19am	Lancaster	No tags
Train	7:54am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	8:08am	Lancaster	No tags
Train	3:33pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	3:50pm	Lancaster	No tags

Next departures for Preston to Lancaster on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:34am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	8:51am	Lancaster	Cheapest
Train	7:54am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	8:08am	Lancaster	Fastest
Train	7:04am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	15m	7:19am	Lancaster	No tags
Train	7:54am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	8:08am	Lancaster	No tags
Train	3:33pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	3:50pm	Lancaster	No tags

Next departures for Preston to Lancaster on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:42am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	8:59am	Lancaster	Cheapest
Train	7:54am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	8:08am	Lancaster	Fastest
Train	7:04am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	15m	7:19am	Lancaster	No tags
Train	7:54am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	8:08am	Lancaster	No tags
Train	3:33pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	3:50pm	Lancaster	No tags

Next departures for Preston to Lancaster on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:48am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	10:05am	Lancaster	Cheapest
Train	3:42pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	3:56pm	Lancaster	Fastest
Train	10:17am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	15m	10:32am	Lancaster	No tags
Train	10:39am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	10:56am	Lancaster	No tags
Train	10:54am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	15m	11:09am	Lancaster	No tags

Next departures for Preston to Lancaster on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:33pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	3:50pm	Lancaster	Cheapest
Train	7:54am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	8:08am	Lancaster	Fastest
Train	7:04am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	15m	7:19am	Lancaster	No tags
Train	7:54am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	8:08am	Lancaster	No tags
Train	8:34am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	8:51am	Lancaster	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:22 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to go from Preston to Lancaster

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 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16train per day

15mAverage Duration

21 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $22	Average Duration35m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$4 - $21	Average Duration15m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$4 - $4	Average Duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.2

Transpennine Express

3.5/521 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.2

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Preston to Lancaster by train

How much does a train ticket from Preston to Lancaster cost?
How long is the train trip from Preston to Lancaster?
How many daily trains are there between Preston and Lancaster?
Which train companies travel from Preston to Lancaster?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/16

$12

11/17

$12

Today

$11

11/19

$11

11/20

$11

11/21

$7

11/22

$7

11/23

$11

The cheapest trip from Preston to Lancaster was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $7

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

You can expect to pay from $7 to $19 for a train ticket from Preston to Lancaster based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $7 which is on 2025-11-22.

Usually Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast 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.