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New Mills Central to Lancaster by train

First train

05:29

Last train

22:35

Departure station

New Mills Central

Arrival station

Lancaster

Journey time

From 1h 41m

Distance

58 miles (93 km)

Frequency

22 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast

How to travel from New Mills Central to Lancaster by train

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

You'll usually find 22 trains per day running between New Mills Central and Lancaster, which usually take 2 hours 25 minutes to complete the 58 miles (93 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 41 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 Lancaster by train, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. Both Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express trains operate on this route, offering modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage as standard.

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 New Mills Central to Lancaster if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

Keen to book your train tickets to Lancaster? 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 New Mills Central to Lancaster? 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 New Mills Central to Lancaster take?

The average journey time by train between New Mills Central and Lancaster is 2 hours and 25 minutes, with around 22 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 New Mills Central and Lancaster by train?

The fastest journey time by train from New Mills Central to Lancaster is 1 hour and 41 minutes.

Is there a direct train from New Mills Central to Lancaster?

No, there are no direct train services from New Mills Central to Lancaster. Travelling from New Mills Central to Lancaster by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from New Mills Central to Lancaster leave?

The first train from New Mills Central to Lancaster leaves at 05:29. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from New Mills Central to Lancaster leave?

The last train from New Mills Central to Lancaster leaves at 22:35. 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 New Mills Central and Lancaster by train?

Trains travelling from New Mills Central to Lancaster cover a distance of around 58 miles (93 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

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

Cheap train tickets from New Mills Central to Lancaster

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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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