Travelling by train from Lancaster to Tamworth

Ready to travel from Lancaster to Tamworth by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost between Lancaster and Tamworth: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from US$56.42, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Train schedule for travel between Lancaster and Tamworth

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 1 train make this journey of 174 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Lancaster is at 05:12 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 05:13.

During the weekend, 05:13 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 19:36 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 1 minute.

Travel time and distance between Lancaster and Tamworth

The route’s fastest journey takes 1 hour and 33 minutes, covering a total of 174 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Lancaster and Tamworth?

Tickets along this route go on sale 4 and a half months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Learn more about train travel from Lancaster to Tamworth

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Lancaster and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Tamworth city guide.

Frequently asked questions

How far is the train trip from Lancaster to Tamworth?

The total distance from Lancaster to Tamworth is 174 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Lancaster to Tamworth?

The cheapest fare on this route is US$56.42. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

How far in advance can I book my Lancaster to Tamworth train tickets?

You can start booking tickets for this route 4 and a half months in advance.

What’s the travel time from Lancaster to Tamworth by train?

The shortest trip is 1 hour and 33 minutes.