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

The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to York start from £29. The average price for this train route is around £29. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Lancaster to York?

The average train journey time from Lancaster to York is 3h 8m, covering a distance of 70 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 50m and is operated by Transpennine Express .

Which train operators serve the Lancaster to York route?

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

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

The earliest train from Lancaster to York departs at 17:51. And the latest train departs at 17:51.

Which is the best train operator from Lancaster to York?

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 27 reviews.

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

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 Lancaster to York?

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 Lancaster to York?

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.

Train Lancaster to York from £29

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Lancaster to York on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:48	Lancaster	3h 8m	18:56	York	No tags
Train	11:51	Lancaster	3h 8m	14:59	York	No tags
Train	12:47	Lancaster	3h 10m	15:57	York	No tags
Train	13:49	Lancaster	3h 9m	16:58	York	No tags
Train	16:48	Lancaster	3h 12m	20:00	York	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Lancaster to York

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach York. The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

6h 40mAverage duration

69 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£17 - £22	Average duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£29 - £29	Average duration3h 8m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Northern

4/527 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness5

Wi‑Fi3.4

Transpennine Express

3.5/523 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi5

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela, CrossCountry

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lancaster to York 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 Lancaster to York?
The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to York start from £29. The average price for this train route is around £29. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Lancaster to York?
The average train journey time from Lancaster to York is 3h 8m, covering a distance of 70 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 50m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators serve the Lancaster to York route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day, including services from Northern, Transpennine Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lancaster to York?
The earliest train from Lancaster to York departs at 17:51. And the latest train departs at 17:51.
Which is the best train operator from Lancaster to York?
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 27 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Lancaster to York?
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 Lancaster to York?
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 Lancaster to York?
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.