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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Lancaster is to drive which costs $120 - $190 and takes 11h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Lancaster is to fly which takes 4h 5m and costs $85 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at W. Chestnut & Water St. via AMTRAK ETown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Lancaster station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Elizabethtown Amtrak Station via Pittsburgh Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 14m.

How far is it from Chicago to Lancaster?

The distance between Chicago and Lancaster is 646 miles. The road distance is 695.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Lancaster without a car is to train via Pittsburgh which takes 18h 14m and costs $240 - $500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Chicago to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Lancaster bus from?

Chicago to Lancaster bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Lancaster train from?

Chicago to Lancaster train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Lancaster?

The best way to get from Chicago to Lancaster is to fly which takes 4h 5m and costs $85 - $390. Alternatively, you can train via Pittsburgh, which costs $240 - $500 and takes 18h 14m, you could also bus, which costs $130 - $220 and takes 19h 7m.

Where does the Chicago to Lancaster bus arrive?

Chicago to Lancaster bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Harrisburg Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Lancaster?

Lancaster is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 5:42 AM in Chicago and 6:42 AM in Lancaster.

Where does the Chicago to Lancaster train arrive?

Chicago to Lancaster train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Pittsburgh Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Lancaster is 696 miles. It takes approximately 11h 24m to drive from Chicago to Lancaster.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Lancaster?

Book your Chicago to Lancaster train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lancaster?

There are 243+ hotels available in Lancaster.

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There are 6 ways to get from Chicago to Lancaster by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Lancaster (LNS)plane ORD - LNS
4h 5m
$86–387
Train via Pittsburgh (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pittsburgh Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian
2. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Elizabethtown Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
18h 14m
$241–492
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2640 / ...
19h 7m
$131–216
Drive 691.8 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Lancastercar 691.8 mi
11h 24m
$127–183
Bus via Baltimore
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Baltimore Downtown Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0164
2. Take the bus from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0430
23h 37m
$138–265
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Elizabethtown Amtrak Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
30h 23m
$369–745

Chicago to Lancaster by train and bus (Amtrak)

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Distance: 641.9 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Lancaster, PA, USA?

United Airlines flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Lancaster (LNS) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chicago Union Station to W. Chestnut & Water St. via Pittsburgh Amtrak Station, Elizabethtown Amtrak Station, and AMTRAK ETown in around 18h 14m.

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