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Lancaster to Walton by train

First train

04:13

Last train

20:25

Departure station

Lancaster

Arrival station

Walton

Journey time

From 1h 25m

Distance

209 miles (337 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail

How to travel from Lancaster to Walton by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Lancaster to Walton? Look no further.

You'll usually find 1 train per day running between Lancaster and Walton, which usually take 2 hours 5 minutes to complete the 209 miles (337 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 25 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Walton by train, you'll just need to make 2 changes along the way. Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or Merseyrail are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Lancaster to Walton if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Walton? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Lancaster to Walton? 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 Walton take?

The average journey time by train between Lancaster and Walton is 2 hours and 5 minutes, with around 1 train 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 Walton by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Lancaster to Walton is 1 hour and 25 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Lancaster to Walton?

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

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

The first train from Lancaster to Walton leaves at 04:13. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Lancaster to Walton leaves at 20:25. 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 Walton by train?

Trains travelling from Lancaster to Walton cover a distance of around 209 miles (337 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Lancaster to Walton

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 Lancaster to Walton is right for you.

Use your Railcard

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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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