The average train between York and Lancaster takes 2h 58m and the fastest train takes 2h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from York 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 York and Lancaster. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from York is at 9:24 PM which arrives into Lancaster at 5:37 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from York to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from York station and arriving at Lancaster station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.
York to Lancaster train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from York station.
York to Lancaster train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.
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The distance between York and Lancaster is 112.7 km. The road distance is 172 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from York to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £30–65 and the journey takes 2h 14m.