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

The cheapest way to get from Delaware to Lancaster is to drive which costs $9 - $13 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Delaware to Lancaster is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs $9 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Delaware and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Delaware station to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Wilmington Bus Station and arriving at W. Chestnut & Water St. via Philadelphia and AMTRAK ETown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Delaware to Lancaster?

The distance between Delaware and Lancaster is 134 miles. The road distance is 49.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Delaware to Lancaster without a car is to train and line 18 bus which takes 4h 35m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Delaware to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Delaware to Lancaster bus from?

Delaware to Lancaster bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Wilmington Bus Station.

Where does the Delaware to Lancaster bus arrive?

Delaware to Lancaster bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Philadelphia station.

Can I drive from Delaware to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Delaware to Lancaster is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Delaware to Lancaster.

Where can I stay near Lancaster?

There are 247+ hotels available in Lancaster.

Delaware to Lancaster - 4 ways to travel via train, line 18 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Delaware to Lancaster by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 18 bus
best
1. Take the train from Wilmington to 30th Street Stationtrain
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Elizabethtown Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from AMTRAK ETown to W. Chestnut & Water St.bus 18
4h 35m
Drive 49.3 mi
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1. Drive from Wilmington to Lancastercar 49.3 mi
1h 17m
$9–13
Bus, line 18 bus
1. Take the bus from Wilmington Bus Station to Philadelphiabus
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from AMTRAK ETown to W. Chestnut & Water St.bus 18
6h 44m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wilmington to Lancastertaxi 49.3 mi
1h 17m
$220–270

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Distance: 133.1 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Delaware, USA and Lancaster, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from Wilmington Bus Station to W. Chestnut & Water St. via Philadelphia, Harrisburg Bus Station, Harrisburg, Elizabethtown Amtrak Station, and AMTRAK ETown in around 6h 44m.

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