BMVC 2026 takes place at Lancaster Town Hall, Dalton Square, Lancaster, LA1 1PJ, United Kingdom. This guide will help you plan your journey to Lancaster and get around during the conference. See the Venue page for the venue map and building information.
Recommended Arrival Route
Manchester Airport (MAN) → Lancaster railway station (LAN) → Lancaster Town Hall
Manchester Airport is a convenient option for international arrivals, with direct rail services to Lancaster. The conference venue is in Lancaster city centre. If you are staying at Lancaster University's Bailrigg Campus, please plan a separate journey between your accommodation and the Town Hall.
By Air
Manchester Airport (MAN)
- After arrival, follow signs to Manchester Airport railway station. The station is linked to the terminals by walkways; see the airport’s train travel guide for directions.
- Search for a train from Manchester Airport to Lancaster. Direct services are available, while other departures require a change. Check the Manchester Airport to Lancaster route or National Rail for the journey time, changes and fares on your travel date.
- From Lancaster station, continue to the Town Hall on foot or by taxi, as described below.
Allow time between your flight and train for passport control, baggage collection and the walk to the station. If your flight arrives late in the evening, check the last onward train before booking your journey.
London Heathrow (LHR) and London Gatwick (LGW)
If you arrive at a London airport, travel into central London and transfer to London Euston for a train to Lancaster. Possible routes include:
- Heathrow: take the Heathrow Express to Paddington, then use the London Underground to reach Euston.
- Gatwick: take the Gatwick Express to Victoria, then use the London Underground to reach Euston.
These routes are also described in Lancaster University’s travel guide. Use the Transport for London journey planner for the transfer within London and Avanti West Coast’s London Euston to Lancaster page for onward trains. Allow additional time for the airport transfer and connections.
By Train
Book your rail journey to Lancaster (LAN). The station is on Meeting House Lane, Lancaster, LA1 5NW. The National Rail station guide provides live departures, facilities, accessibility information and onward travel details.
Direct services from London Euston are available with Avanti West Coast. For journeys from other UK cities, use National Rail to compare routes and connections.
When booking, check which trains your ticket permits you to use. Recheck your journey before departure for timetable changes and engineering work.
From Lancaster Station to the Venue
The destination is Lancaster Town Hall, Dalton Square, LA1 1PJ.
- On foot: follow the walking route from Lancaster railway station to the Town Hall.
- By taxi: ask the driver for Lancaster Town Hall in Dalton Square. This may be convenient if you are travelling with luggage; check the station’s onward travel information for transport facilities.
The Venue page includes a map and a photograph of the building to help you identify it on arrival.
Local Transport and University Accommodation
Between Bailrigg Campus and the City Centre
Lancaster University’s main campus is approximately three miles south of the city centre. If you are staying in the University Guest Rooms, you will need to travel into the city for the conference.
Stagecoach services 1 and 1A connect the campus and city centre. Lancaster University Underpass, beneath Alexandra Square, is a useful campus stop, and Common Garden Street is a city-centre stop from which you can continue on foot to Dalton Square. Check the direction and stops of your chosen service before boarding.
Use Lancaster University’s bus and travel guide and the Stagecoach journey planner for current services, fares and return journeys. You can also plan a public transport journey from campus to the Town Hall.
Taxis
A taxi can take you between your accommodation, the station and the venue. Give the full destination address when booking and ask the operator to confirm the fare. Lancaster University’s public transport page lists local taxi operators.
Driving & Parking
For the conference venue, use Lancaster Town Hall, LA1 1PJ in your route planner. Consult Lancaster City Council’s car park information for city-centre parking locations and current charges.
Accessible Travel
For station access and help with your rail journey, consult Lancaster station’s accessibility information and discuss any assistance you need with your train operator. For access to the Town Hall, see the Venue page. You can contact the organising team at bmvc2026@gmail.com to discuss conference access requirements.
Please check the linked transport providers for the latest timetables and fares when planning your visit.