Bath to Lancaster by train

Explore Bath to Lancaster by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Bath to Lancaster aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Cost of train travel from Bath to Lancaster

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Bath to Lancaster:

• Cheapest ticket: US$120.50

• Pricing when booking a month in advance:

• Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Bath to Lancaster departure frequency and train timetable

With 62 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 3 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 06:09 and the last one is at 22:47. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 01:16, with the last one at 22:43.

Train travel time and distance from Bath to Lancaster

Trains can complete this route in as little as 3 hours and 58 minutes. The total distance travelled is 299 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Bath and Lancaster?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Bath and Lancaster 5 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Making the most of your Bath to Lancaster travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Lancaster.