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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Waverley | Lancaster | No tags | ||||
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| Train | Waverley | Lancaster | No tags | ||||
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Compare 3 ways to go from Edinburgh to Lancaster
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Lancaster. The journey takes about 2 hours 13 minutes, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Edinburgh to Lancaster by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Edinburgh to Lancaster?
The cheapest train tickets from Edinburgh to Lancaster start at $29. The average price for this train route is around $102. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Edinburgh to Lancaster?
The average train trip from Edinburgh to Lancaster takes 2h 13m and covers 214 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 3m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Edinburgh to Lancaster route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day, including services from Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Edinburgh to Lancaster?
The earliest train from Edinburgh to Lancaster departs at 8:11am. The latest train departs at 8:14pm.
What is the best train operator from Edinburgh to Lancaster?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Edinburgh to Lancaster?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Edinburgh to Lancaster?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Transpennine Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Edinburgh to Lancaster?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Edinburgh to Lancaster was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $37To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Edinburgh to Lancaster, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $37 to $288 for a train ticket from Edinburgh to Lancaster based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-12-03.
Usually Avanti West Coast will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
