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The average train between Manchester and Lancaster takes 58 min and the fastest train takes 48 min. There is an hourly train service from Manchester 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.
Trains run hourly between Manchester and Lancaster. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:24 PM which arrives into Lancaster at 11:26 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 58 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Oxford Road station and arriving at Lancaster station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.
Manchester to Lancaster train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.
Manchester to Lancaster train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Lancaster station.
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The distance between Manchester and Lancaster is 72.9 km. The road distance is 86 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Lancaster hourly. Tickets cost £16–35 and the journey takes 57 min. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly.
