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Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Lancaster (LAN)

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15

train journeys
per day

260

miles (418 kms)

5hrs 40 mins

fastest journey

05:24 / 05:04

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

6

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Plymouth (PLY) to Lancaster (LAN)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Plymouth and Lancaster , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Plymouth to Lancaster is approximately 260 miles (418 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 55 mins.

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

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Plymouth to Lancaster. The fastest journey time on this route takes 5hrs 40 mins.

Journeys from Plymouth to Lancaster Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:24
    5 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    11:14
    Plymouth
    Lancaster
    Plymouth to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:20
    5 hrs 47 mins 1 change
    12:07
    Plymouth
    Lancaster
    Plymouth to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:27
    5 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    13:08
    Plymouth
    Lancaster
    Plymouth to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:27
    5 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    14:08
    Plymouth
    Lancaster
    Plymouth to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:27
    5 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    15:18
    Plymouth
    Lancaster
    Plymouth to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:27
    5 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    16:07
    Plymouth
    Lancaster
    Plymouth to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:27
    5 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    17:07
    Plymouth
    Lancaster
    Plymouth to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:27
    5 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    18:08
    Plymouth
    Lancaster
    Plymouth to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:27
    5 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    19:07
    Plymouth
    Lancaster
    Plymouth to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:27
    5 hrs 42 mins 1 change
    20:09
    Plymouth
    Lancaster
    Plymouth to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:27
    5 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    21:08
    Plymouth
    Lancaster
    Plymouth to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:27
    6 hrs 3 mins 2 changes
    23:30
    Plymouth
    Lancaster
    Plymouth to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    18:48
    12 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    06:58
    Plymouth
    Lancaster
    Plymouth to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    19:50
    12 hrs 38 mins 2 changes
    08:28
    Plymouth
    Lancaster
    Plymouth to Lancaster
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    23:54
    10 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    09:55
    Plymouth
    Lancaster
    Plymouth to Lancaster

About Plymouth Station

Station name Plymouth (PLY)
Address Plymouth station, North Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 6AB
Managed by GW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:25 - 20:00
Saturday 06:25 - 19:00
Sunday 08:00 - 19:00
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

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 Plymouth and Lancaster

The travel time between Plymouth and Lancaster by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 5hrs 40 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Plymouth and Lancaster vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:24, and the last train of the day leaves at 05:04.

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Amenities on trains between Plymouth 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 Plymouth & Lancaster. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

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

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