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Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Lancaster (LAN)

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16

train journeys
per day

177

miles (285 kms)

4hrs 2 mins

fastest journey

05:39 / 01:09

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 2 changes)

7

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Cambridge (CBG) to Lancaster (LAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between Cambridge and Lancaster , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Cambridge to Lancaster is approximately 177 miles (285 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 59 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Great Northern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Lancaster.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Cambridge to Lancaster. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 2 mins.

Journeys from Cambridge to Lancaster Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    05:39
    4 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    Cambridge
    Lancaster
    Cambridge to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    06:45
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    10:55
    Cambridge
    Lancaster
    Cambridge to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:53
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    11:55
    Cambridge
    Lancaster
    Cambridge to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    08:52
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    12:55
    Cambridge
    Lancaster
    Cambridge to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:53
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    13:55
    Cambridge
    Lancaster
    Cambridge to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    10:53
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    14:55
    Cambridge
    Lancaster
    Cambridge to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    11:53
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    15:55
    Cambridge
    Lancaster
    Cambridge to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:53
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    16:56
    Cambridge
    Lancaster
    Cambridge to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    13:53
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    17:56
    Cambridge
    Lancaster
    Cambridge to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:53
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    18:55
    Cambridge
    Lancaster
    Cambridge to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    15:53
    4 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    19:56
    Cambridge
    Lancaster
    Cambridge to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    16:53
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    20:55
    Cambridge
    Lancaster
    Cambridge to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    17:53
    4 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    21:57
    Cambridge
    Lancaster
    Cambridge to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    20:00
    9 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    05:38
    Cambridge
    Lancaster
    Cambridge to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    21:00
    8 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    05:51
    Cambridge
    Lancaster
    Cambridge to Lancaster
  • Mon 29th Apr
    23:53
    8 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    08:28
    Cambridge
    Lancaster
    Cambridge to Lancaster

About Cambridge Station

Station name Cambridge (CBG)
Address Cambridge station, Station Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JW
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:10 - 23:00
Saturday 05:10 - 23:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Lancaster Station

Station name Lancaster (LAN)
Address Lancaster station, Meeting House Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 5NW
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 19:45
Saturday 05:15 - 19:45
Sunday 09:30 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Cambridge and Lancaster

The travel time between Cambridge and Lancaster by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 59 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 2 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Cambridge and Lancaster vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:39, and the last train of the day leaves at 01:09.

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Amenities on trains between Cambridge and Lancaster can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Cambridge & Lancaster. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Abellio Greater Anglia, Northern Rail, Great Northern, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Thameslink are the main train operating companies running services between Cambridge and Lancaster.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Cambridge and Lancaster, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.