How to travel from Wells to Lancaster, United Kingdom
The distance between Wells and Lancaster is around 371km (230 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 4hrs.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Wells to Lancaster by bus, train, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Lancaster → Wells if you're planning a return trip.
Train and Plane
Take the train to Southampton Central then fly from Southampton (SOU) to Manchester (MAN) then take the train to Lancaster.
- Duration4h 30m
- Flight time1h 10m
- Typical cost£230($275)
Multiple operators
4 similiar routes
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Bus
Take the bus to Birmingham Coach Station Digbeth then Manchester Coach Station Chorlton St and then to Lancaster.
- Duration6h 45m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost£19($23)
Bus and Train
Take the bus to Temple Meads Stn then take the train to Birmingham New Street and then to Lancaster.
- Duration4h 20m
- Departs5 times a day
- Typical cost£100($120)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Wells and Lancaster
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Wells to Lancaster by bus, train, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around £19 ($23) and will take around 6h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 4hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £64 ($76).
The distance between Wells and Lancaster is around 371km (230 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 316km (196 miles)
It takes around 4h 20m to get from Wells and Lancaster by bus and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4hrs to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Wells to Lancaster is to drive which takes around 4hrs and will set you back approx £64 ($76).
The cheapest way to travel between Wells and Lancaster, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around £19 ($23) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Wells and Lancaster. We recommend that you drive to Lancaster. instead which will take 4hrs.
Bus travel
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Wells and Lancaster. It typically takes around 6h 45m and departs once daily.
There are no direct bus services that runs from Wells to Lancaster. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Bristol Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station Digbeth and Manchester Coach Station Chorlton St. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 6h 45m.
National Express run regular bus services between Wells and Lancaster. Buses run once daily and take around 6h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Wells to Lancaster. We recommend that you take the train to Southampton Central then fly from Southampton (SOU) to Manchester (MAN) then take the train to Lancaster. instead which will take 4h 30m.
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 Wells and Lancaster. The distance is around 371km (230 miles) by road and it will take around 4hrs in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Wells to Lancaster is to take the bus and then take the train which takes, on average, 4h 20m and will usually cost around £100 ($120).
Compare travel optionsbetween Wells and Lancaster
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train and Plane + 4 similar | 4h 30m | £230($275) | once daily | 493km (306 miles) |
| Bus to Temple Meads Stn, plane and train | 4h 55m | £145($170) | 5 times a day | 842km (523 miles) |
| Bus, Plane and Train | 5hrs | £160($190) | 5 times a day | 834km (518 miles) |
| Bus to Temple Meads Stn, plane and train | 5hrs | £145($170) | once daily | 676km (420 miles) |
| Bus, Train and Plane | 5h 25m | £285($335) | every 2 hours | 573km (356 miles) |
Bus | 6h 45m | £19($23) | once daily | 411km (255 miles) |
Bus and Train + 1 similar | 4h 20m | £100($120) | 5 times a day | 375km (233 miles) |
| Bus to Manchester Airport Bus Station, Train | 6h 35m | £43($51) | 5 times a day | 404km (251 miles) |
Drive | 4hrs | £64($76) | on demand | 371km (230 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Wells and Lancaster
Train operators
Airlines
Eastern Airways
Bus companies
First Bristol
Airports near Lancaster
The following major airports near Lancaster offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)
- Distance
- 77km (48 miles) from Lancaster
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
- Distance
- 79km (49 miles) from Lancaster
Manchester Airport (MAN)
- Distance
- 84km (52 miles) from Lancaster