What is the cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Lancaster?

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Lancaster is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 7h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Harpenden to Lancaster?

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Lancaster is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £90 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Harpenden and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Lancaster station. However, there are services departing from Old Cock Inn and arriving at Bus Station Night Std via Luton Station Interchange, Milton Keynes Coachway and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Harpenden and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Harpenden and arriving at Lancaster via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Harpenden to Lancaster?

The distance between Harpenden and Lancaster is 255 miles. The road distance is 215.9 miles.

How do I travel from Harpenden to Lancaster without a car?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Lancaster without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £90 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Harpenden to Lancaster?

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Harpenden to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Lancaster bus from?

Harpenden to Lancaster bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Lancaster train from?

Harpenden to Lancaster train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Train or bus from Harpenden to Lancaster?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Lancaster is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Harpenden to Lancaster bus arrive?

Harpenden to Lancaster bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Harpenden to Lancaster train arrive?

Harpenden to Lancaster train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lancaster station.

Can I drive from Harpenden to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Lancaster is 216 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Harpenden to Lancaster.

How do I get a train ticket from Harpenden to Lancaster?

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Where can I stay near Lancaster?

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Harpenden to Lancaster - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Harpenden to Lancaster by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Lancastertrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 32m
£92–164
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
7h 56m
£44–108
Drive 214.6 mi
1. Drive from Harpenden to Lancastercar 214.6 mi
3h 32m
£53–76
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Harpenden to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Lancastertrain
4h 57m
£102–337
Line 321 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Old Cock Inn to Watford Junction stationbus 321
2. Take the train from Watford Junction to Coventrytrain
3. Take the train from Coventry to Lancastertrain
5h 51m
£77–153
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Luton to Ketteringtrain
2. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadillytrain
4. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Lancastertrain
6h 45m
£109–188
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Lancastertrain
5h 39m
£137–315
Fly Luton Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LTN - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lancastertrain
5h 9m
£105–255

Harpenden to Lancaster by train and foot

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3h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 253.5 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Lancaster hourly. Tickets cost £80–140 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Cock Inn to Bus Station Night Std via Luton Station Interchange, Milton Keynes Coachway, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 7h 56m.

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