Train from York to Lancaster: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for York to Lancaster on December 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
NorthernTrain
York
LancasterNo tags
NorthernTrain
York
LancasterNo tags
Transpennine ExpressTrain
York
LancasterNo tags
NorthernTrain
York
LancasterNo tags
NorthernTrain
York
LancasterNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from York to Lancaster

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Lancaster. The journey takes about 6 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
6h 5mAverage Duration
69 milesDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$21 - $38Average Duration6h 5m
3kg CO₂e
Average Price$55 - $55Average Duration2h 40m
3kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from York 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from York to Lancaster?

    The cheapest train tickets from York to Lancaster start from $55. The average price for this train route is around $55. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from York to Lancaster?

    The average train ride duration from York to Lancaster is 2h 40m, covering a distance of 70 miles (113 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 40m and is operated by Transpennine Express.

  3. Which train operators service the York to Lancaster route?

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from York to Lancaster?

    The earliest train departs from York to Lancaster at 3:39pm. And the latest train departs at 3:39pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from York 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.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from York to Lancaster?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from York 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.

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