How much is the train ticket from Newark to Lancaster?

The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Lancaster start from R 595. The average price for this train route is around R 1 134. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Newark to Lancaster?

The average train journey time from Newark to Lancaster is 2h 46m, covering a distance of 197 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 16m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Newark to Lancaster route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 18 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Newark to Lancaster departs at 05:06. And the latest train departs at 23:42.

Train Newark to Lancaster from R 555 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Newark to Lancaster on 14 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	23:41	Penn Station	6h 41m	06:22	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
	Train	14:34	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	2h 18m	16:52	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
	Train	15:05	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	2h 52m	17:57	Lancaster, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	06:44	Penn Station	3h 23m	10:07	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	08:44	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 6m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Lancaster on 15 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	05:06	Penn Station	3h 34m	08:40	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
	Train	14:34	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	2h 18m	16:52	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
	Train	15:05	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	2h 52m	17:57	Lancaster, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	06:44	Penn Station	3h 23m	10:07	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	08:44	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 6m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Lancaster on 16 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	05:06	Penn Station	3h 34m	08:40	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
	Train	14:34	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	2h 18m	16:52	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
	Train	15:05	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	2h 52m	17:57	Lancaster, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	06:44	Penn Station	3h 23m	10:07	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	08:44	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 6m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Lancaster on 17 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:07	Penn Station	2h 33m	08:40	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
	Train	14:34	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	2h 18m	16:52	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
	Train	15:05	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	2h 52m	17:57	Lancaster, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	06:44	Penn Station	3h 23m	10:07	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	08:44	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 6m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Lancaster on 19 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:22	Penn Station	2h 46m	12:08	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Train	07:17	Penn Station	2h 29m	09:46	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
Train	10:09	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	3h 41m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Train	10:09	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	3h 41m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Train	12:27	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	2h 37m	15:04	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Lancaster on 20 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	13:02	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	2h 55m	15:57	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
	Train	14:34	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	2h 18m	16:52	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
	Train	15:05	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	2h 52m	17:57	Lancaster, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	06:44	Penn Station	3h 23m	10:07	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	08:44	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 6m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags

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Get from Newark to Lancaster

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 2 hours 46 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 595, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18train per day

2h 46mAverage duration

197 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55 787 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

Based on 5787 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 595

Amtrak Newark Lancaster recent customer reviews

Yes very good

Tiecha M.

3 April 2025

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to Lancaster, PA, US 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 Newark to Lancaster?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Lancaster start from R 595. The average price for this train route is around R 1 134. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to Lancaster?
The average train journey time from Newark to Lancaster is 2h 46m, covering a distance of 197 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Newark to Lancaster route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 18 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to Lancaster?
The earliest train from Newark to Lancaster departs at 05:06. And the latest train departs at 23:42.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/04

R 1 227

13/04

R 656

Today

R 555

15/04

R 555

16/04

R 555

17/04

R 942

18/04

R 858

19/04

R 1 295

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Lancaster, PA, US was searched and found on 14 Apr 2026 with a price of R 555

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

You can expect to pay from R 555 to R 9 848 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Lancaster, PA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 555, which is on 2026-04-15.