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Trip Overview

The average train between Needles and Lancaster takes 12h 11m and the fastest train takes 11h 37m. There is at least one train per day from Needles 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.

12h 11m
Duration
393 mi
Distance
$218
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Needles to Lancaster train times

Trains run once daily between Needles and Lancaster. The service departs Needles at 12:14 AM at night, which arrives into Lancaster at 11:51:00. All services require a transfer at Los Angeles and take an average of 12h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains11h 37m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains13h 38m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains13h 38m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains11h 37m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains11h 37m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains11h 37m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Needles 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.

Map of how to get from Needles to Lancaster.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 392.5 mi
  • Duration: 12h 11m

What companies run services between Needles, CA, USA and Lancaster, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Needles Station to Lancaster via Los Angeles and L.A. Union Station in around 10h 59m.

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