Taunton to Lancaster by train

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Overview: trains from Taunton to Lancaster

Find the key information for travelling by train from Taunton to Lancaster, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:12 View journey
Last train 23:00 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 4hr 14m View journey
Distance (km) 337
Trains / day 26 View all
Cheapest journey US$93.50 View journey
Avg journey time 7hr 16m
Train operators 7

Explore Taunton to Lancaster by rail

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

Train cost from Taunton to Lancaster

Ready to book tickets from Taunton to Lancaster? Start by comparing all the upcoming trains in just a few clicks with Rail Europe. Here is what you can expect from fares along this specific route:

  • The cheapest tickets between Taunton and Lancaster typically run US$93.50.

  • If you wait until 30 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can hit .

  • If you wait until 7 days before the departure date to book, ticket prices can increase to .

  • You can book travel between these two destinations 3 months in advance.

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Taunton to Lancaster train times

Prepare for your journey with the following departure details. The earliest train running Monday through Friday from Taunton to Lancaster is at 05:12 and the last is at 23:00. The first train scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays is at 06:50 and the last one is at 21:39. You can expect 26 trains making this journey each day, with trains departing every 14 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Taunton and Lancaster

The route’s fastest journey takes 4 hours and 14 minutes, covering a total of 337 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Taunton and Lancaster?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Taunton and Lancaster 3 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Learn more about train travel from Taunton to Lancaster

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

FAQs about the train journey from Taunton to Lancaster

Want to know more about your journey from Taunton to Lancaster? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Taunton and Lancaster covers 337 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.