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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | 30th Street Station | Lancaster, PA | CheapestFastest | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Lancaster
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Lancaster. The journey takes about 1 hour 12 minutes and with fares starting at just R 310, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5752 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 310
Amtrak Philadelphia Lancaster recent customer reviews
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Lancaster?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Lancaster start from R 310. The average price for this train route is around R 391. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Lancaster?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Lancaster is 1h 12m, covering a distance of 97 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Lancaster route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Lancaster?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Lancaster departs at 05:10. And the latest train departs at 22:06.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster, PA, US was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 342To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster, PA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 342 to R 586 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster, PA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 342, which is on 2026-01-30.
What's the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster, PA, US?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Philadelphia, PA and Lancaster, PA, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 391 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 310. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Lancaster, PA, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster, PA, US in about 1h 12m – that's the fastest way to get there!
