Taking the train from Carstairs to Lancaster in 1 hour 47 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Carstairs to Lancaster? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 47 minutes to travel the 119 miles (191 km) from Carstairs to Lancaster by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 47 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with TransPennine Express for all or at least part of your journey to Lancaster.
Book train tickets from Carstairs to Lancaster in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Lancaster by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Carstairs to Lancaster
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Carstairs to Lancaster is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.