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Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Lancaster (LAN)

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19

train journeys
per day

174

miles (280 kms)

5hrs 54 mins

fastest journey

05:30 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Swansea (SWA) to Lancaster (LAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Swansea 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 Swansea to Lancaster is approximately 174 miles (280 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 6 mins.

GWR, First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Swansea and Lancaster.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Swansea to Lancaster. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 54 mins.

Journeys from Swansea to Lancaster Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:30
    5 hrs 44 mins 2 changes
    11:14
    Swansea
    Lancaster
    Swansea to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    06:39
    6 hrs 13 mins 1 change
    12:52
    Swansea
    Lancaster
    Swansea to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    07:20
    5 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    13:14
    Swansea
    Lancaster
    Swansea to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    07:43
    6 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    13:52
    Swansea
    Lancaster
    Swansea to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    08:23
    5 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    14:20
    Swansea
    Lancaster
    Swansea to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    08:52
    5 hrs 59 mins 1 change
    14:51
    Swansea
    Lancaster
    Swansea to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    09:23
    5 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    15:18
    Swansea
    Lancaster
    Swansea to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    10:55
    5 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    16:51
    Swansea
    Lancaster
    Swansea to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    11:23
    5 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    17:21
    Swansea
    Lancaster
    Swansea to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    12:23
    5 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    18:19
    Swansea
    Lancaster
    Swansea to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    12:55
    6 hrs 1 change
    18:55
    Swansea
    Lancaster
    Swansea to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    13:23
    5 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    19:20
    Swansea
    Lancaster
    Swansea to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    14:48
    6 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    20:50
    Swansea
    Lancaster
    Swansea to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    15:23
    5 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    21:20
    Swansea
    Lancaster
    Swansea to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    16:49
    6 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    23:30
    Swansea
    Lancaster
    Swansea to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    17:05
    12 hrs 33 mins 2 changes
    05:38
    Swansea
    Lancaster
    Swansea to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    18:50
    11 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    05:52
    Swansea
    Lancaster
    Swansea to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    20:23
    10 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    06:58
    Swansea
    Lancaster
    Swansea to Lancaster
  • Mon 6th May
    22:34
    10 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    09:08
    Swansea
    Lancaster
    Swansea to Lancaster

About Swansea Station

Station name Swansea (SWA)
Address Swansea station, High Street, Swansea, City & County of Swansea, SA1 1NU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:15 - 20:00
Saturday 06:15 - 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 Unavailable
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 Swansea and Lancaster

The travel time between Swansea and Lancaster by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 6 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Swansea 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 05:30, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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

GWR, First TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry are the main train operating companies running services between Swansea and Lancaster.

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