How to travel from Peak District National park to Lancaster, United Kingdom

The distance between Peak District National park and Lancaster is around 123km (76 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 35m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Peak District National park to Lancaster by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out LancasterPeak District National park if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Manchester Piccadilly and then to Lancaster.

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    £31($37)
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Train and Bus

Take the train to Manchester Piccadilly then take the bus to Lancaster.

  • Duration2h 60m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    £16($19)
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Drive

Drive to Lancaster.

  • Duration1h 35m
  • Distance131km (81 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Peak District National park and Lancaster

There are several options for getting from Peak District National park to Lancaster by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around £16 ($19) and will take around 2h 60m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £23 ($27).

The distance between Peak District National park and Lancaster is around 123km (76 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 108km (67 miles)

It takes around 2h 25m to get from Peak District National park and Lancaster by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Peak District National park to Lancaster is to drive which takes around 1h 35m and will set you back approx £23 ($27).

The cheapest way to travel between Peak District National park and Lancaster, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around £16 ($19) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Peak District National park and Lancaster. It typically takes around 2h 25m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Peak District National park to Lancaster. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Edale and Manchester Piccadilly. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 2h 25m.

Northern Rail, East Midlands Railways and TransPennine Express Service run train services between Peak District National park and Lancaster. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 25m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Peak District National park and Lancaster. We recommend that you drive to Lancaster. instead which will take 1h 35m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Peak District National park to Lancaster. We recommend that you take the train to Manchester Piccadilly and then to Lancaster. instead which will take 2h 25m.

The closest major airport to Lancaster is Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) (LBA) which is approximately 77km (48 miles) from Lancaster. Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) (LPL) and Manchester Airport (MAN) (MAN) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Peak District National park and Lancaster. The distance is around 131km (81 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Peak District National park to Lancaster is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 25m and will usually cost around £31 ($37).

How do I get from Peak District National park to Lancaster

Compare travel optionsbetween Peak District National park and Lancaster

Transport options from Peak District National park to Lancaster
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 25m
£31($37)
hourly123km (76 miles)
Train and Bus
2h 60m
£16($19)
once daily134km (83 miles)
Drive
1h 35m
£23($27)
on demand131km (81 miles)

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Airports near Lancaster

The following major airports near Lancaster offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

LBA
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)
International Airport
Distance
77km (48 miles) from Lancaster
LPL
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
International Airport
Distance
79km (49 miles) from Lancaster
MAN
Manchester Airport (MAN)
International Airport
Distance
84km (52 miles) from Lancaster