How much is the train ticket from Lancaster to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to Philadelphia start from R 400. The average price for this train route is around R 417. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Lancaster to Philadelphia?

The average train journey time from Lancaster to Philadelphia is 1h 11m, covering a distance of 97 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 1m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Lancaster to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 12 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lancaster to Philadelphia?

The earliest train from Lancaster to Philadelphia departs at 05:35. And the latest train departs at 21:47.

Train Lancaster to Philadelphia from R 365 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Lancaster to Philadelphia on 23 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:45	Lancaster, PA	1h 14m	16:59	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	20:32	Lancaster, PA	1h 8m	21:40	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	17:05	Lancaster, PA	1h 22m	18:27	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	18:15	Lancaster, PA	1h 13m	19:28	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	19:12	Lancaster, PA	1h 9m	20:21	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to Philadelphia on 24 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:35	Lancaster, PA	1h 11m	06:46	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	10:39	Lancaster, PA	1h 2m	11:41	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	06:24	Lancaster, PA	1h 17m	07:41	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	07:16	Lancaster, PA	1h 18m	08:34	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	08:27	Lancaster, PA	1h 4m	09:31	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to Philadelphia on 25 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:35	Lancaster, PA	1h 11m	06:46	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	10:39	Lancaster, PA	1h 2m	11:41	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	06:24	Lancaster, PA	1h 17m	07:41	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	07:16	Lancaster, PA	1h 18m	08:34	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	08:27	Lancaster, PA	1h 4m	09:31	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to Philadelphia on 26 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:35	Lancaster, PA	1h 11m	06:46	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	10:39	Lancaster, PA	1h 2m	11:41	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	06:24	Lancaster, PA	1h 17m	07:41	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	07:16	Lancaster, PA	1h 18m	08:34	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	08:27	Lancaster, PA	1h 4m	09:31	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to Philadelphia on 27 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:35	Lancaster, PA	1h 11m	06:46	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	10:39	Lancaster, PA	1h 2m	11:41	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	06:24	Lancaster, PA	1h 17m	07:41	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	07:16	Lancaster, PA	1h 18m	08:34	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	08:27	Lancaster, PA	1h 4m	09:31	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to Philadelphia on 28 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:56	Lancaster, PA	1h 10m	09:06	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	10:05	Lancaster, PA	1h 9m	11:14	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	09:00	Lancaster, PA	1h 11m	10:11	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	11:55	Lancaster, PA	1h 11m	13:06	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	13:45	Lancaster, PA	1h 15m	15:00	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to Philadelphia on 29 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:56	Lancaster, PA	1h 10m	09:06	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	10:05	Lancaster, PA	1h 9m	11:14	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	11:55	Lancaster, PA	1h 11m	13:06	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	13:45	Lancaster, PA	1h 15m	15:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	13:45	Lancaster, PA	1h 15m	15:00	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to Philadelphia on 30 March
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:35	Lancaster, PA	1h 11m	06:46	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	10:39	Lancaster, PA	1h 2m	11:41	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	06:24	Lancaster, PA	1h 17m	07:41	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	07:16	Lancaster, PA	1h 18m	08:34	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	08:27	Lancaster, PA	1h 4m	09:31	30th Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 4:08 PM EDT.

Get from Lancaster to Philadelphia

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 11 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 400, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day

1h 11mAverage duration

97 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 774 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Users have expressed satisfaction with their travel experience, highlighting the ease of booking and reasonable prices. They appreciated the cleanliness and punctuality of the train. Additionally, there was a positive mention of helpful staff who promptly assisted in recovering a lost phone. Overall, Amtrak is recommended for its reliable service and multiple travel options.

Amtrak Lancaster Philadelphia recent customer reviews

Very easy to book the trip. The train was clean and on time . Prices were reasonable, and there were many options for time of travel. I would recommend Amtrak to anyone who is looking for a great travel experience at a reasonable price.

Jody K.

3 June 2024

The ride was enjoyable. I left my phone on the train but some official on the train quickly recovered it and turned it in to lost and found. I was so thankful.

Doreen S.

4 April 2024

Punctual but crowded

Brian B.

29 December 2024

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lancaster, PA, US to Philadelphia, PA by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Lancaster to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to Philadelphia start from R 400. The average price for this train route is around R 417. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Lancaster to Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Lancaster to Philadelphia is 1h 11m, covering a distance of 97 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 1m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Lancaster to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 12 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lancaster to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Lancaster to Philadelphia departs at 05:35. And the latest train departs at 21:47.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

21/03

R 452

22/03

R 452

Today

R 383

24/03

R 383

25/03

R 383

26/03

R 383

27/03

R 383

28/03

R 452

The cheapest trip from Lancaster, PA, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 23 Mar 2026 with a price of R 383

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Lancaster, PA, US to Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 383 to R 747 for a train ticket from Lancaster, PA, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 383, which is on 2026-03-24.