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Trains from Lancaster (LAN) to Peterborough (PBO)

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36

train journeys
per day

146

miles (236 kms)

3hrs 57 mins

fastest journey

05:13 / 23:45

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

9

operators run

9

routes

Trains from Lancaster (LAN) to Peterborough (PBO)

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On a typical weekday there are 36 scheduled rail journeys between Lancaster and Peterborough , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 36 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Lancaster to Peterborough is approximately 146 miles (236 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 23 mins.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Lancaster and Peterborough.

There are 9 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Lancaster to Peterborough. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 57 mins.

Journeys from Lancaster to Peterborough Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:13
    3 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    09:06
    Lancaster
    Peterborough
    Lancaster to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:28
    4 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    10:40
    Lancaster
    Peterborough
    Lancaster to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:52
    3 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    10:48
    Lancaster
    Peterborough
    Lancaster to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:24
    4 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    11:39
    Lancaster
    Peterborough
    Lancaster to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:41
    4 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    11:43
    Lancaster
    Peterborough
    Lancaster to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:58
    4 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    12:08
    Lancaster
    Peterborough
    Lancaster to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:31
    4 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    12:40
    Lancaster
    Peterborough
    Lancaster to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:48
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    12:45
    Lancaster
    Peterborough
    Lancaster to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:59
    4 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    13:07
    Lancaster
    Peterborough
    Lancaster to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:40
    4 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    13:46
    Lancaster
    Peterborough
    Lancaster to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:50
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    13:48
    Lancaster
    Peterborough
    Lancaster to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:58
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    14:07
    Lancaster
    Peterborough
    Lancaster to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:26
    4 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    14:40
    Lancaster
    Peterborough
    Lancaster to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:50
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    14:48
    Lancaster
    Peterborough
    Lancaster to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:57
    4 hrs 12 mins 1 change
    15:09
    Lancaster
    Peterborough
    Lancaster to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:31
    4 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    15:39
    Lancaster
    Peterborough
    Lancaster to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:49
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    15:47
    Lancaster
    Peterborough
    Lancaster to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:51
    3 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    16:48
    Lancaster
    Peterborough
    Lancaster to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:57
    4 hrs 11 mins 1 change
    17:08
    Lancaster
    Peterborough
    Lancaster to Peterborough
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:49
    3 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    17:47
    Lancaster
    Peterborough
    Lancaster to Peterborough

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

About Peterborough Station

Station name Peterborough (PBO)
Address Peterborough station, Station Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 1QL
Managed by GR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 20:00
Saturday 06:00 - 20:00
Sunday 08:00 - 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 Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Lancaster and Peterborough

The travel time between Lancaster and Peterborough by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 23 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 57 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Lancaster and Peterborough vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 36 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:13, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:45.

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

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Lancaster & Peterborough. owever, there are 36 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, Northern Rail, Thameslink, West Midlands Trains, London North Eastern Railway, Grand Central, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway are the main train operating companies running services between Lancaster and Peterborough.

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