Stratford-upon-Avon to Lancaster by train

Explore Stratford-upon-Avon to Lancaster by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Stratford-upon-Avon 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 Stratford-upon-Avon to Lancaster

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Stratford-upon-Avon to Lancaster:

• Cheapest ticket: €44.16

• 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.

Train timetable for travel between Stratford-upon-Avon and Lancaster

There are a number of different options for travellers going from Stratford-upon-Avon to Lancaster by train. Here is what to expect along this route:

• First daily departure (weekday): 06:52

• Last daily departure (weekday): 23:30

• First daily departure (weekend): 07:43

• Last daily departure (weekend): 23:30

• Average number of daily trains: 15 trains

• Frequency of train departures: every 51 minutes

How long does the train from Stratford-upon-Avon to Lancaster take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 3 hours and 3 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 219 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Stratford-upon-Avon and Lancaster?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Stratford-upon-Avon and Lancaster 4 and a half months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Learn even more about travelling from Stratford-upon-Avon to Lancaster by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Lancaster.