It's easy to reach Lancaster Castle by rail. Hop on a train to Lancaster station, which is served by Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express​ and Northern services from Manchester, London and Edinburgh. From Lancaster it's just a 6-minute walk to Lancaster Castle. Simply exit the station, take the stairs and turn left onto Meeting House Lane. Walk east, turning right when you hit Castle Hill. Head up Castle Hill and you'll find Lancaster Castle!

A visit to Lancaster Castle will transport you back in time - it's a great way to spend a day with the family. Wander into the grounds or simply admire the imposing walls from afar.

For more information about opening times, visit Lancaster Castle’s website.

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Departures and arrivals from Lancaster

Want to check the latest departures and arrivals into Lancaster station? Find live information for the next trains departing and arriving at the station below.
Departing toTrainTimePlatformStatus
to Manchester Oxford RoadNorthern09:45On time
to WindermereNorthern10:06On time
to MaryportNorthern10:11On time
to MorecambeNorthern10:28On time
to Oxenholme Lake DistrictTransPennine Express10:37On time
Arriving fromTrainTimePlatformStatus
from Barrow-in-FurnessNorthern09:38On time
from Barrow-in-FurnessNorthern10:01On time
from Manchester VictoriaNorthern10:05On time
from LeedsNorthern10:26On time
from Preston (Lancs)TransPennine Express10:32On time

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