The average train between National City and Lancaster takes 6h 28m and the fastest train takes 6h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from National City to Lancaster. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between National City and Lancaster. The earliest departure is at 1:13 AM at night, and the last departure from National City is at 3:28 PM which arrives into Lancaster at 9:51 PM. All services require a transfer at America Plaza Station and take an average of 6h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from National City to Lancaster? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from National City to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from National City station and arriving at Lancaster station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.
National City to Lancaster train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, depart from San Diego station.
National City to Lancaster train services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Lancaster station.
The distance between National City and Lancaster is 244.3 km. The road distance is 335 km.
You can take a vehicle from 8th Street Station to Lancaster via America Plaza Station, San Diego, Los Angeles, and L.A. Union Station in around 7h 28m.