The average train between Lancaster (Station) and Edinburgh takes 2h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 8m. There is a train service every few hours from Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh. 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 (Station) and Edinburgh. The earliest departure is at 7:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lancaster (Station) is at 9:21 PM which arrives into Edinburgh at 11:41 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lancaster (Station) station and arriving at Edinburgh station. Services depart hourly, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 14m.
Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Lancaster station.
Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Book your Lancaster (Station) to Edinburgh train tickets online with TransPennine Express and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Lancaster (Station) and Edinburgh is 213.1 km. The road distance is 273 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Lancaster to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £60–100 and the journey takes 2h 14m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours.