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Gatwick Airport to Lancaster by train
| First train | 19:16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:21 | |
| Departure station | Gatwick Airport | |
| Arrival station | Lancaster | |
| Journey time | From 8h 58m | |
| Distance | 229 miles (368 km) | |
| Frequency | 1 train per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, London Overground, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Thameslink, London North Eastern Railway, Southern |
Taking the train from Gatwick Airport to Lancaster in 8 hours 58 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Gatwick Airport to Lancaster? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 11 hours 34 minutes to travel the 229 miles (368 km) from Gatwick Airport to Lancaster by train, although you can get there in as little as 8 hours 58 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 1 train per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway to Lancaster. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Gatwick Airport 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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