The average train between Wales and Lancashire takes 6h 15m and the fastest train takes 4h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Wales to Lancashire. 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 Wales and Lancashire. The earliest departure is at 4:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Wales is at 10:21 PM which arrives into Lancashire at 7:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 6h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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5h 55m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Wales to Lancashire? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Wales to Lancashire. However, there are services departing from Wales station and arriving at Lancashire station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.
Wales to Lancashire train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Wales to Lancashire train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Wales to Lancashire train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and 3 other operators.
The distance between Wales and Lancashire is 190.2 km. The road distance is 331 km.
You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Langho via Crewe, Preston, and Blackburn in around 5h 27m.