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Outbound fromManchester Piccadilly to Lancaster by train
It takes an average of 1h 4m to travel from Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster by train, over a distance of around 46 miles (74 km). There are normally 42 trains per day travelling from Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster and tickets for this journey start from £4.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:57 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:20 | |
| Departure station | Manchester Piccadilly | |
| Arrival station | Lancaster | |
| Journey time | From 52m | |
| Distance | 46 miles (74 km) | |
| Frequency | 42 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £4.80 | |
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Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster in 52 minutes
If you want to travel from Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster by train to take around 1 hour 4 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 52 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 42 trains per day running on this route, which spans 46 miles (74 km). There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Lancaster. You can travel with TransPennine Express trains during your journey, as they are the main operator of services on this route.
Train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Lancaster start from £4.80 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly 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 Manchester Piccadilly 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.
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