How to travel from Worcester to Lancaster, United Kingdom

The distance between Worcester and Lancaster is around 241km (150 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 30m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Worcester 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 LancasterWorcester if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Birmingham New Street and then to Lancaster.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    £56($66)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Birmingham New Street then take the bus to Bus Station.

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    £31($37)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Lancaster.

  • Duration2h 30m
  • Distance243km (151 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Worcester and Lancaster

There are several options for getting from Worcester to Lancaster by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around £31 ($37) and will take around 4h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £42 ($50).

The distance between Worcester and Lancaster is around 241km (150 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 210km (131 miles)

It takes around 2h 45m to get from Worcester and Lancaster by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Worcester to Lancaster is to drive which takes around 2h 30m and will set you back approx £42 ($50).

The cheapest way to travel between Worcester and Lancaster, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around £31 ($37) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Worcester and Lancaster. It typically takes around 2h 45m and departs hourly.

There are no direct train services that runs from Worcester to Lancaster. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Birmingham New Street. These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 2h 45m.

London Midland, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail and TransPennine Express Service run train services between Worcester and Lancaster. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 45m, 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 Worcester and Lancaster. We recommend that you drive to Lancaster. instead which will take 2h 30m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Worcester to Lancaster. We recommend that you take the train to Birmingham New Street and then to Lancaster. instead which will take 2h 45m.

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 Worcester and Lancaster. The distance is around 243km (151 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Worcester to Lancaster is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 45m and will usually cost around £56 ($66).

How do I get from Worcester to Lancaster

Compare travel optionsbetween Worcester and Lancaster

Transport options from Worcester to Lancaster
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 1 similar
2h 45m
£56($66)
hourly241km (150 miles)
Train via Smethwick Galton Bridge High Level3h 10m
£73($86)
hourly256km (159 miles)
Train and Bus
4h 30m
£31($37)
once daily279km (173 miles)
Drive
2h 30m
£42($50)
on demand243km (151 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