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Lancaster to Manchester train route details
First train
05:13
Last train
23:26
Journey time
51m
Distance
74 km
Price
Rs 793.86*
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| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:13 Lancaster | 06:39 Deansgate |   | Find Tickets |
05:51 Lancaster | 06:51 Deansgate | | Find Tickets |
06:28 Lancaster | 07:22 Manchester Oxford Road |  | Find Tickets |
06:52 Lancaster | 07:51 Deansgate | | Find Tickets |
07:00 Lancaster | 08:09 Manchester Victoria | | Find Tickets |
07:25 Lancaster | 08:23 Paris | | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Lancaster to Manchester
Book in advance
Save up to 61% on your journey from Lancaster to Manchester by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.
Group travel deals
If your party consists of 3 to 9 travellers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Lancaster to Manchester more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
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Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers
Return train tickets
Covers a round trip, including both the outward and return journeys between the same two stations
First Class tickets
Enjoy an upgraded journey with First Class tickets, which usually provide spacious seating, a calmer environment, and added perks like free drinks or snacks with selected train operators
Season tickets
Offering unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, or annual options, these tickets can help you save around a third on train fares
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