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Lancaster to Radley by train

First train

07:59

Last train

16:50

Departure station

Lancaster

Arrival station

Radley

Journey time

From 4h 11m

Distance

176 miles (283 km)

Frequency

9 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Avanti West Coast

Taking the train from Lancaster to Radley in 4 hours 11 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Lancaster to Radley? We've got you covered.

It usually takes around 4 hours 49 minutes to travel the 176 miles (283 km) from Lancaster to Radley by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 11 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 9 trains 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 Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or CrossCountry to Radley. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.

Book train tickets from Lancaster to Radley 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 Radley by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Lancaster to Radley? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Lancaster to Radley take?

The average journey time by train between Lancaster and Radley is 4 hours and 49 minutes, with around 9 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Lancaster and Radley by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Lancaster to Radley is 4 hours and 11 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Lancaster to Radley?

No, there are no direct train services from Lancaster to Radley. Travelling from Lancaster to Radley by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Lancaster to Radley leave?

The first train from Lancaster to Radley leaves at 07:59. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Lancaster to Radley leave?

The last train from Lancaster to Radley leaves at 16:50. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Lancaster and Radley by train?

Trains travelling from Lancaster to Radley cover a distance of around 176 miles (283 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Radley to Lancaster.

Cheap train tickets from Lancaster to Radley

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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