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Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly, starting from £4.00 and averaging £6.10. The entire journey takes no more than 56m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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23:26
Lancaster
06:15+1
Manchester Piccadilly
6h 49m, No directNorthern
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Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly train route details

First train
First train
05:13
Last train
Last train
23:26
Departure station
Departure station
Lancaster
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester Piccadilly
Journey time
Journey time
56m
Distance
Distance
46 miles
Price
Price
£4.00*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly can result in significant cost savings.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadilly ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.