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Trains from Birmingham Stations to Lancaster (LAN)

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27

train journeys
per day

117

miles (188 kms)

2hrs 36 mins

fastest journey

00:25 / 23:58

first / last train

7

direct trains

6

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Birmingham Stations to Lancaster (LAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 27 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham Stations and Lancaster , with 7 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham Stations to Lancaster is approximately 117 miles (188 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 41 mins.

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

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham New Street to Lancaster. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 36 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham Stations to Lancaster Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    00:25
    7 hrs 24 mins 1 change
    07:49
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:05
    2 hrs 53 mins Direct
    08:58
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:30
    2 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    09:18
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:01
    3 hrs 1 min 1 change
    10:02
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:26
    2 hrs 55 mins 1 change
    10:21
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:01
    2 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    10:52
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:03
    2 hrs 52 mins Direct
    10:55
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:01
    3 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    12:03
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:04
    2 hrs 43 mins Direct
    12:47
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:30
    2 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    13:14
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:01
    3 hrs 3 mins 1 change
    14:04
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:30
    2 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    14:20
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:07
    2 hrs 43 mins Direct
    14:50
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:30
    2 hrs 48 mins 1 change
    15:18
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:01
    2 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    15:50
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:07
    2 hrs 48 mins Direct
    16:55
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:30
    2 hrs 51 mins 1 change
    17:21
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:30
    2 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    18:19
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:07
    2 hrs 47 mins Direct
    18:54
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street to Lancaster
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:30
    2 hrs 50 mins 1 change
    19:20
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street to Lancaster

About Birmingham Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
Address Wolverhampton station, Corn Hill, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, WV1 1LE
Managed by WM

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:30 - 22:30
Tuesday 05:30 - 22:30
Wednesday 05:30 - 22:30
Thursday 05:30 - 22:30
Friday 05:30 - 22:30
Saturday 05:30 - 22:30
Sunday 07:30 - 21:15
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 Birmingham Stations and Lancaster

The travel time between Birmingham Stations and Lancaster by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 41 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 36 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham Stations and Lancaster vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 27 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:25, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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

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Yes! There are usually around 7 direct services per day from Birmingham Stations to Lancaster

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

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