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Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Lancaster (LAN)

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19

train journeys
per day

214

miles (345 kms)

4hrs 30 mins

fastest journey

05:12 / 23:52

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Ipswich (IPS) to Lancaster (LAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Ipswich and Lancaster , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ipswich to Lancaster is approximately 214 miles (345 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 19 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Lancaster.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ipswich to Lancaster. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 30 mins.

Journeys from Ipswich to Lancaster Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:12
    4 hrs 43 mins 2 changes
    09:55
    Ipswich
    Lancaster
    Ipswich to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:11
    4 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    10:55
    Ipswich
    Lancaster
    Ipswich to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:25
    4 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    11:55
    Ipswich
    Lancaster
    Ipswich to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:13
    4 hrs 42 mins 2 changes
    12:55
    Ipswich
    Lancaster
    Ipswich to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:10
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    13:55
    Ipswich
    Lancaster
    Ipswich to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:10
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    14:55
    Ipswich
    Lancaster
    Ipswich to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:10
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    15:55
    Ipswich
    Lancaster
    Ipswich to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:10
    4 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    16:56
    Ipswich
    Lancaster
    Ipswich to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:10
    4 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    17:56
    Ipswich
    Lancaster
    Ipswich to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:10
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    18:55
    Ipswich
    Lancaster
    Ipswich to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:09
    4 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    19:56
    Ipswich
    Lancaster
    Ipswich to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:10
    4 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    20:55
    Ipswich
    Lancaster
    Ipswich to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:10
    4 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    21:57
    Ipswich
    Lancaster
    Ipswich to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:11
    5 hrs 19 mins 3 changes
    23:30
    Ipswich
    Lancaster
    Ipswich to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:10
    10 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    05:38
    Ipswich
    Lancaster
    Ipswich to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:42
    11 hrs 16 mins 3 changes
    06:58
    Ipswich
    Lancaster
    Ipswich to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    22:43
    9 hrs 45 mins 2 changes
    08:28
    Ipswich
    Lancaster
    Ipswich to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:22
    10 hrs 33 mins 3 changes
    09:55
    Ipswich
    Lancaster
    Ipswich to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:42
    11 hrs 13 mins 3 changes
    10:55
    Ipswich
    Lancaster
    Ipswich to Lancaster

About Ipswich Station

Station name Ipswich (IPS)
Address Ipswich station, Burrell Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP2 8AL
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 21:20
Saturday 05:00 - 21:20
Sunday 07:15 - 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 Ipswich and Lancaster

The travel time between Ipswich and Lancaster by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 30 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ipswich and Lancaster vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:12, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:52.

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Amenities on trains between Ipswich 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 Ipswich & Lancaster. owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between Ipswich and Lancaster.

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