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Trip Overview

The average train between Leeds and Lancaster takes 1h 51m and the fastest train takes 1h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Leeds 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.

1h 51m
Duration
69 mi
Distance
£27
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Leeds to Lancaster train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Leeds and Lancaster. The earliest departure is at 8:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 7:18 PM which arrives into Lancaster at 9:13 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 1h 55m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 1h 46m • Direct
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    train train 1h 48m • Direct
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    train train 1h 53m • Direct
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    train train 1h 52m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 1h 46m • Direct
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    train train 1h 48m • Direct
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    train train 1h 53m • Direct
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    train train 1h 52m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 1h 46m • Direct
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    train train 1h 48m • Direct
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    train train 1h 53m • Direct
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    train train 1h 52m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 1h 46m • Direct
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    train train 1h 48m • Direct
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    train train 1h 53m • Direct
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    train train 1h 52m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 1h 55m • Direct
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    train train 1h 46m • Direct
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    train train 1h 47m • Direct
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    train train 1h 46m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 1h 46m • Direct
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    train train 1h 48m • Direct
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    train train 1h 53m • Direct
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    train train 1h 52m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Leeds to Lancaster? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Leeds to Lancaster.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 69.4 mi
  • Duration: 1h 51m

What companies run services between Leeds, England and Lancaster, Lancashire, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Leeds to Lancaster every 4 hours. Tickets cost £22–45 and the journey takes 1h 46m.

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