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

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Essex is to bus which costs £55 - £140 and takes 9h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Essex is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £100 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster station to Essex. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Night Std and arriving at Polecat Road via Manchester Central Coach Station, Golders Green Station, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Lancaster and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Essex. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at White Notley via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Essex?

The distance between Lancaster and Essex is 275 miles. The road distance is 257.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lancaster to Essex without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Lancaster to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Essex bus from?

Lancaster to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Night Std.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Essex train from?

Lancaster to Essex train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.

Train or bus from Lancaster to Essex?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Essex is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 9h 2m.

Where does the Lancaster to Essex bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lancaster to Essex train arrive?

Lancaster to Essex train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Lancaster to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Essex is 257 miles. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Lancaster to Essex.

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

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Where can I stay near Essex?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
4h 34m
£105–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Golders Green Stationbus 540 / ...
3. Take the bus from Golders Green Station to Coach Stationbus A6
9h 2m
£57–135
Drive 255.6 mi
1. Drive from Lancaster to Essexcar 255.6 mi
4h 36m
£62–89
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain
5h 58m
£106–354
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Underpass to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Uk030
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
10h 31m
£60–133
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane EDI - STN
6h 25m
£94–227
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane GLA - STN
6h 15m
£86–223
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
4. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain
6h 37m
£147–336

Lancaster to Essex by train, subway, and foot

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4h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 273.1 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Lancaster to White Notley via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Night Std to Polecat Road via Manchester Central Coach Station, Golders Green Station, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 9h 2m.

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