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Outbound fromReading to Lancaster by train
It takes an average of 6h 5m to travel from Reading to Lancaster by train, over a distance of around 195 miles (313 km). There are normally 19 trains per day travelling from Reading to Lancaster and tickets for this journey start from £44.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:15 | |
| Departure station | Reading | |
| Arrival station | Lancaster | |
| Journey time | From 3h 52m | |
| Distance | 195 miles (313 km) | |
| Frequency | 19 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £44.90 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast |
How to travel from Reading to Lancaster by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Reading to Lancaster? Look no further.
You'll usually find 19 trains per day running between Reading and Lancaster, which usually take 6 hours 5 minutes to complete the 195 miles (313 km) journey. It can take as little as 3 hours 52 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. Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or TransPennine Express 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 and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Reading to Lancaster start from £44.90 when 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.
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Consider a Season Ticket
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