How to travel from Rice Lane to Lancaster by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Rice Lane to Lancaster? Look no further.
You'll usually find 4 trains per day running between Rice Lane and Lancaster, which usually take 1 hour 55 minutes to complete the 41 miles (66 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 39 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 2 changes along the way. Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or Merseyrail 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 – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Rice Lane 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.
FAQs about the train journey from Rice Lane to Lancaster
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Cheap train tickets from Rice Lane 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 Rice Lane 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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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.