Train tickets from Birmingham to Lancaster

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Next departures from Birmingham to Lancaster on 3 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Avanti West Coast
    Birmingham New Street
    LancasterCheapest
    Avanti West Coast
      Birmingham New Street
      LancasterFastest
      Avanti West Coast
        Birmingham New Street
        LancasterNo tags
        Avanti West Coast
          Birmingham New Street
          LancasterNo tags
          Avanti West Coast
            Birmingham New Street
            LancasterNo tags

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            We recommend taking the train

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Lancaster. The journey takes about 2 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just US$22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            10train per day
            2h 1mAverage duration
            185 kmDistance
            4kgCO₂ emissions
            Average priceUS$20 - US$56Average duration4h 15m
            5kg CO₂e
            Average priceUS$22 - US$216Average duration2h 1m
            4kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            Average priceUS$18 - US$18Average duration2h 20m
            8kg CO₂e

            Train Birmingham to Lancaster: Trip Overview

            Please note, this information is subject to change.

            Average ticket priceUS$34
            Average train trip duration2h 1m
            Number of daily trains10
            Earliest train departure07:07
            Distance185 km
            Latest train departure19:07

            Birmingham to Lancaster Train

            Busbud shows you the best train ticket fares and train schedules so you can plan and book a trip by train easily from Birmingham to Lancaster.

            We make sure you can find a train service from Birmingham to Lancaster from the most reliable train companies operating this trip.

            Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Lancaster from Birmingham, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

            Frequently asked questions on the trip Birmingham - Lancaster

            1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Lancaster cost?

              The average train ticket price from Birmingham to Lancaster is US$34. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Birmingham 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!

            2. How long is the train trip from Birmingham to Lancaster?

              A train trip between Birmingham and Lancaster is around 2h 1m, although the fastest train will take about 2h. This is the time it takes to travel the 185 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily train are there between Birmingham and Lancaster?

              The number of trains from Birmingham to Lancaster can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Birmingham to Lancaster by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which train companies travel from Birmingham to Lancaster?

              When taking the train from Birmingham to Lancaster, you can travel comfortably and safely with Avanti West Coast.

            Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Birmingham to Lancaster was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$20

            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 US$20 to US$155 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 US$20, which is on 2025-11-03.

            About Train Travel

            Train Travel Tips

            Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Birmingham and Lancaster is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Lancaster.

            Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Lancaster you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

            By choosing the train between Birmingham and Lancaster, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

            Make a music playlist for your train ride from Birmingham to Lancaster and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

            Did you know?

            Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

            The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

            The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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