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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Lancaster (LAN)

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15

train journeys
per day

132

miles (213 kms)

2hrs 4 mins

fastest journey

06:52 / 00:05

first / last train

13

direct trains

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Lancaster (LAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Edinburgh Waverley and Lancaster , with 13 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 2 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Waverley to Lancaster is approximately 132 miles (213 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 55 mins.

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Lancaster.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Waverley to Lancaster. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 4 mins.

Journeys from Edinburgh Waverley to Lancaster Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:52
    2 hrs 5 mins Direct
    08:57
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Lancaster
    Edinburgh Waverley to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:12
    2 hrs 13 mins Direct
    10:25
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Lancaster
    Edinburgh Waverley to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:52
    2 hrs 4 mins Direct
    10:56
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Lancaster
    Edinburgh Waverley to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:11
    2 hrs 15 mins Direct
    12:26
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Lancaster
    Edinburgh Waverley to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:52
    2 hrs 4 mins Direct
    12:56
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Lancaster
    Edinburgh Waverley to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:12
    2 hrs 15 mins Direct
    14:27
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Lancaster
    Edinburgh Waverley to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:52
    2 hrs 4 mins Direct
    14:56
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Lancaster
    Edinburgh Waverley to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:12
    2 hrs 16 mins Direct
    16:28
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Lancaster
    Edinburgh Waverley to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:52
    2 hrs 6 mins Direct
    16:58
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Lancaster
    Edinburgh Waverley to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:11
    2 hrs 15 mins Direct
    18:26
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Lancaster
    Edinburgh Waverley to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:52
    2 hrs 17 mins Direct
    19:09
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Lancaster
    Edinburgh Waverley to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:12
    2 hrs 15 mins Direct
    20:27
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Lancaster
    Edinburgh Waverley to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:11
    2 hrs 14 mins Direct
    22:25
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Lancaster
    Edinburgh Waverley to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:45
    6 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    06:36
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Lancaster
    Edinburgh Waverley to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:56
    8 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    08:27
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Lancaster
    Edinburgh Waverley to Lancaster

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
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 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 Edinburgh Waverley and Lancaster

The travel time between Edinburgh Waverley and Lancaster by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 4 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Lancaster vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 13 direct services per day from Edinburgh Waverley to Lancaster

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Lancaster.

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