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Handforth to Lancaster train route details

First train
First train
18:45
Last train
Last train
23:42
Departure city
Departure city
Handforth
Arrival city
Arrival city
Lancaster
Journey time
Journey time
1h 29m
Distance
Distance
87 km
Price
Price
US$ 45.94*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

What are the next train times from Handforth to Lancaster?

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18:45
1h 37m, 1 change
Styal
20:22
Lancaster
NorthernTransPennine Express
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19:16
1h 34m, 1 change
Handforth
20:50
Lancaster
Northern
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19:44
1h 36m, 1 change
Styal
21:20
Lancaster
NorthernTransPennine Express
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20:48
1h 37m, 1 change
Styal
22:25
Lancaster
NorthernTransPennine Express
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21:47
1h 40m, 1 change
Styal
23:27
Lancaster
Northern
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22:48
6h 50m, 2 change
Styal
05:38
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Paris
Northern
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Fares from Handforth to Lancaster usually average around US$ 45.94, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!

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Mon30Mar
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