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Trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Lancaster (LAN)

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9

train journeys
per day

208

miles (335 kms)

4hrs 59 mins

fastest journey

06:50 / 23:25

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

7

operators run

4

routes

Trains from London Charing Cross (CHX) to Lancaster (LAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 9 scheduled rail journeys between London Charing Cross and Lancaster , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 9 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from London Charing Cross to Lancaster is approximately 208 miles (335 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 7 mins.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between London Charing Cross and Lancaster.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being London Charing Cross to Lancaster. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 59 mins.

Journeys from London Charing Cross to Lancaster Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:50
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    London Charing Cross
    Lancaster
    London Charing Cross to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:55
    5 hrs 16 mins 2 changes
    14:11
    London Charing Cross
    Lancaster
    London Charing Cross to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:55
    5 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    16:10
    London Charing Cross
    Lancaster
    London Charing Cross to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:40
    7 hrs 29 mins 2 changes
    19:09
    London Charing Cross
    Lancaster
    London Charing Cross to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:25
    4 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    19:24
    London Charing Cross
    Lancaster
    London Charing Cross to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:55
    5 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    21:15
    London Charing Cross
    Lancaster
    London Charing Cross to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    19:50
    10 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    06:31
    London Charing Cross
    Lancaster
    London Charing Cross to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    22:02
    10 hrs 25 mins 2 changes
    08:27
    London Charing Cross
    Lancaster
    London Charing Cross to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:02
    9 hrs 26 mins 2 changes
    08:28
    London Charing Cross
    Lancaster
    London Charing Cross to Lancaster

About London Charing Cross Station

Station name London Charing Cross (CHX)
Address London Charing Cross station, The Strand, London, Greater London, WC2N 5HF
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday
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

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 London Charing Cross and Lancaster

The travel time between London Charing Cross and Lancaster by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 7 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 59 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between London Charing Cross and Lancaster vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 9 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:25.

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Amenities on trains between London Charing Cross 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 London Charing Cross & Lancaster. owever, there are 9 possible journeys which require a change.

First TransPennine Express, London North Eastern Railway, West Midlands Trains, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper are the main train operating companies running services between London Charing Cross and Lancaster.

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