Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Lancaster travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lancaster

With a population of 47,162, Lancaster is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Lancaster to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Lancaster

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Cornerhouse (15 New St) and Hest Bank (2 Hest Bank Lane) are great picks.

When to visit Lancaster

Lancaster in January
Estimated hotel price
£78
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lancaster in January
Estimated hotel price
£78
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Lancaster

Plane

Although Lancaster doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 48 miles from Lancaster.

Train

Northern Rail is the most popular train carrier serving Lancaster, followed by Transpennine Express. Located 0.3 miles from the city centre, Lancaster is the busiest station in Lancaster. Another popular train station is Lancaster Bentham, located 13 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Lancaster is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 45 miles from Lancaster. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Lancaster’s bus station is located 3 miles from the city centre.

Plane

Although Lancaster doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 48 miles from Lancaster.

Train

Northern Rail is the most popular train carrier serving Lancaster, followed by Transpennine Express. Located 0.3 miles from the city centre, Lancaster is the busiest station in Lancaster. Another popular train station is Lancaster Bentham, located 13 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Lancaster is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 45 miles from Lancaster. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Manchester.

Bus

Lancaster’s bus station is located 3 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Lancaster

MMEDarlington Teesside Intl
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
LBALeeds/Bradford

Airlines serving Lancaster

KLM
Good (1,449 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,716 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,154 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,532 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,383 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,135 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (192 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,261 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,445 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,869 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,167 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (292 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (678 reviews)
Wizz Air
Good (404 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (181 reviews)
AccesRail
Wizz Air
Good (1,081 reviews)
Loganair
Excellent (23 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lancaster

Average rates range from around £83 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £121 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Lancaster, with prices from £28 to £587 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Lancaster are about 8% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lancaster

Most booked hotels in Lancaster

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Thurnham Hall
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£54+
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Toll House Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£97+
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Pine Lake Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£53+
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Lancaster House Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£102+
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Travelodge Morecambe
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£34+
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The Midland
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£104+
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Hiring a car in Lancaster

Hiring a car in Lancaster costs £43 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Blackpool.

Expect to pay £1.34 per litre in Lancaster (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.05 and £21.39. The most frequently booked car type in Lancaster is Compact (Cupra Leon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 45% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Lancaster costs £43 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Blackpool.

Expect to pay £1.34 per litre in Lancaster (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.05 and £21.39. The most frequently booked car type in Lancaster is Compact (Cupra Leon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 45% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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