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Cardiff to Lancaster trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Lancaster takes 4h 36m and the fastest train takes 3h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Cardiff to Lancaster. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 36m
Duration
210 mi
Distance
£95
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain train Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
  2. Take the train from Crewe to Lancastertrain train London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 18m
£81–138

Cardiff to Lancaster train times

Trains run hourly between Cardiff and Lancaster. The earliest departure is at 4:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 10:22 PM which arrives into Lancaster at 6:58 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Lancaster.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 209.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Lancaster, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Lancaster via Crewe in around 4h 18m.

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