What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to Lancaster?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Lancaster is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to Lancaster?

The fastest way to get from Chester to Lancaster is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Clinton and arriving at W. Chestnut & Water St. via Allentown and AMTRAK ETown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Lancaster station. However, there are services departing from Gladstone and arriving at Elizabethtown Amtrak Station via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

How far is it from Chester to Lancaster?

The distance between Chester and Lancaster is 178 miles. The road distance is 112.4 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to Lancaster without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to Lancaster without a car is to bus and line 18 bus which takes 6h 42m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Chester to Lancaster?

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Chester to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Lancaster bus from?

Chester to Lancaster bus services, operated by Yes Blue Transportation, depart from Clinton station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Lancaster train from?

Chester to Lancaster train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Gladstone station.

Train or bus from Chester to Lancaster?

The best way to get from Chester to Lancaster is to bus and line 18 bus which takes 6h 42m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $160 and takes 7h 21m.

Where does the Chester to Lancaster bus arrive?

Chester to Lancaster bus services, operated by Yes Blue Transportation, arrive at Allentown station.

Where does the Chester to Lancaster train arrive?

Chester to Lancaster train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Newark Broad St station.

Can I drive from Chester to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Lancaster is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Chester to Lancaster.

Where can I stay near Lancaster?

There are 250+ hotels available in Lancaster.

Chester to Lancaster - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 18 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Chester to Lancaster by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus, line 18 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Clinton to Allentownbus
2. Take the bus from Allentown to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from AMTRAK ETown to W. Chestnut & Water St.bus 18
6h 42m
Drive 111.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Lancastercar 111.7 mi
2h 33m
$21–30
Train
1. Take the train from Gladstone to Newark Broad Sttrain Mneg
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Elizabethtown Amtrak Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
7h 21m
$76–158

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Distance: 176.9 mi
Duration: 6h 42m

What companies run services between Chester, NJ, USA and Lancaster, PA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Chester to W. Chestnut & Water St. via Clinton, Allentown, Harrisburg Bus Station, Harrisburg, Elizabethtown Amtrak Station, and AMTRAK ETown in around 6h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Chester to W. Chestnut & Water St. via Gladstone, Newark Broad St, University Ave At Lackawanna Ave, Newark, Penn Station, Newark Penn Station, Elizabethtown Amtrak Station, and AMTRAK ETown in around 7h 21m.

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