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Trains from Lancaster (LAN) to Birmingham Stations

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32

train journeys
per day

117

miles (188 kms)

2hrs 34 mins

fastest journey

05:50 / 00:39

first / last train

7

direct trains

5

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Lancaster (LAN) to Birmingham Stations

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On a typical weekday there are 32 scheduled rail journeys between Lancaster and Birmingham Stations , with 7 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Lancaster to Birmingham Stations is approximately 117 miles (188 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 20 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Lancaster to Birmingham New Street. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 34 mins.

Journeys from Lancaster to Birmingham Stations Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:50
    3 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    08:56
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:26
    3 hrs 31 mins 1 change
    09:57
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:20
    2 hrs 46 mins Direct
    10:06
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:26
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    10:33
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:51
    3 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    10:56
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:31
    3 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    11:33
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:27
    2 hrs 53 mins 1 change
    12:20
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:27
    3 hrs Direct
    12:27
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:50
    3 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    12:56
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:26
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    13:33
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:50
    3 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    13:56
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:22
    2 hrs 44 mins Direct
    14:06
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:31
    3 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    14:33
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:49
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    14:56
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:27
    3 hrs 6 mins 1 change
    15:33
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:51
    3 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    15:56
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:25
    2 hrs 41 mins Direct
    16:06
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:49
    3 hrs 7 mins 1 change
    16:56
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:28
    3 hrs 5 mins 1 change
    17:33
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster to Birmingham New Street
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:52
    3 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    17:56
    Lancaster
    Birmingham New Street
    Lancaster to Birmingham New Street

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 Birmingham Stations Station

Station name Birmingham Stations (13)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Lancaster and Birmingham Stations

The travel time between Lancaster and Birmingham Stations by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 20 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 34 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Lancaster and Birmingham Stations vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 32 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:50, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:39.

First class tickets on trains between Lancaster and Birmingham Stations typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Lancaster and Birmingham Stations 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 Lancaster to Birmingham Stations

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

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