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Outbound fromLiverpool Central to Lancaster by train
It takes an average of 2h 3m to travel from Liverpool Central to Lancaster by train, over a distance of around 45 miles (73 km). There are normally 16 trains per day travelling from Liverpool Central to Lancaster and tickets for this journey start from £6.90 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:25 | |
| Departure station | Liverpool Central | |
| Arrival station | Lancaster | |
| Journey time | From 1h 45m | |
| Distance | 45 miles (73 km) | |
| Frequency | 16 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £6.90 | |
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Take the train from Liverpool Central to Lancaster in 1 hour 45 minutes
If you want to travel from Liverpool Central to Lancaster by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Liverpool Central to Lancaster by train to take around 2 hours 3 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 45 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 16 trains per day running on this route, which spans 45 miles (73 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Lancaster. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or Merseyrail. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Liverpool Central to Lancaster start from £6.90 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 Liverpool Central 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 Liverpool Central 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.
Split your tickets
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