The average train between Lancaster and Ludlow takes 2h 47m and the fastest train takes 2h 7m. There is a train service every few hours from Lancaster to Ludlow. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Lancaster and Ludlow. The earliest departure is at 7:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lancaster is at 10:20 PM which arrives into Ludlow at 6:10 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Lancaster station and arriving at Ludlow station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.
Lancaster to Ludlow train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.
Lancaster to Ludlow train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Ludlow station.
Book your Lancaster to Ludlow train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Lancaster and Ludlow is 186.7 km. The road distance is 211 km.
You can take a train from Lancaster to Ludlow via Crewe in around 2h 45m.