How to get from Birmingham to Lancaster

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What is the best way to travel from Birmingham to Lancaster?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Lancaster from Birmingham. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
4h 0m
£13
£23
2
Train
2h 0m
£11
£12
6

What is the cheapest way to reach Lancaster from Birmingham?

You can reach Lancaster with just £11 by taking a Train from Avanti West Coast, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Saturday
from £11
Sunday
Monday
from £13
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £13
Thursday
from £29
Friday

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Avanti West Coast
    2h 0m
    0
    15:07
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    17:07
    Lancaster
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £11
  • Avanti West Coast
    2h 1m
    0
    16:07
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    18:08
    Lancaster
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £11
  • Avanti West Coast
    2h 0m
    0
    17:07
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    19:07
    Lancaster
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £11
  • Avanti West Coast
    2h 0m
    0
    14:07
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    16:07
    Lancaster
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £13
  • Avanti West Coast
    2h 1m
    0
    12:07
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    14:08
    Lancaster
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £16

    • Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    4h 15m
    0
    13:40
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    17:55
    Lancaster
    University
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    23:00
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    03:00
    Lancaster
    Cable St
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    4h 15m
    0
    13:40
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    17:55
    Lancaster
    University
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    23:00
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    03:00
    Lancaster
    Cable St
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    4h 15m
    0
    13:40
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    17:55
    Lancaster
    University
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £13
  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    23:00
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    03:00
    Lancaster
    Cable St
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    23:00
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    03:00
    Lancaster
    Cable St
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29

What are the fastest trips from Birmingham to Lancaster?

You can get to Lancaster from Birmingham in just 2h 0m with a Train from Avanti West Coast. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 2h 0m
Sunday
Monday
from 4h 0m
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 4h 0m
Thursday
from 4h 0m
Friday

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Avanti West Coast
    2h 0m
    0
    15:07
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    17:07
    Lancaster
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £11
  • Avanti West Coast
    2h 0m
    0
    17:07
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    19:07
    Lancaster
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £11
  • Avanti West Coast
    2h 0m
    0
    14:07
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    16:07
    Lancaster
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £13
  • Avanti West Coast
    2h 1m
    0
    16:07
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    18:08
    Lancaster
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £11
  • Avanti West Coast
    2h 1m
    0
    12:07
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    14:08
    Lancaster
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £16

    • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    23:00
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    03:00
    Lancaster
    Cable St
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £34
  • FlixBus
    4h 15m
    0
    13:40
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    17:55
    Lancaster
    University
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    23:00
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    03:00
    Lancaster
    Cable St
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £26
  • FlixBus
    4h 15m
    0
    13:40
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    17:55
    Lancaster
    University
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £13

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    23:00
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    03:00
    Lancaster
    Cable St
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    4h 15m
    0
    13:40
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    17:55
    Lancaster
    University
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £13

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    4h 0m
    0
    23:00
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    03:00
    Lancaster
    Cable St
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £29
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Birmingham to Lancaster

What are the most popular stations in Birmingham and Lancaster?

In Birmingham, you will usually depart from New Street Train Station, Moor Street or Marston Green Station, while in Lancaster you will be arriving at Central Station, University or Wennington Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Lancaster from Birmingham? With 3 connections between 3 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Birmingham and Lancaster, you can pay as low as £11 with a Train from Avanti West Coast.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Avanti West Coast: you will get to Lancaster in just 2h 0m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Birmingham and Lancaster are Avanti West Coast, National Express and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Birmingham and Lancaster is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Erdington or to Morecambe, and look at flights from Birmingham Airport, and landing at Blackpool Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Birmingham to Lancaster?

The most popular companies between Birmingham and Lancaster, are Avanti West Coast, National Express and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express and FlixBus

Train companies: Avanti West Coast

All you need to know when you travel from Birmingham to Lancaster

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Birmingham to Lancaster. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Birmingham to Lancaster

How can I reach Lancaster from Birmingham?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Lancaster from Birmingham.

How far is Lancaster from Birmingham?

The distance between Birmingham and Lancaster is 183.8 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Birmingham and Lancaster?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 5 kgs of CO2, a train 6 kgs, a car 31 kgs, and a flight 45 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Birmingham to Lancaster?

You can get to Lancaster with just £11 by taking a Train from Avanti West Coast.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Lancaster?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Lancaster in just 2h 0m with a Train from Avanti West Coast.

More routes to Birmingham and to Lancaster

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Birmingham and to Lancaster. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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