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

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Bethesda is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Bethesda is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Bethesda?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster station to Bethesda station. However, there are services departing from Queen St. Station and arriving at Washington Union Station via Harrisburg Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Lancaster to Bethesda?

The distance between Lancaster and Bethesda is 251 miles. The road distance is 104.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lancaster to Bethesda without a car is to line 18 bus and train which takes 6h 7m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Lancaster to Bethesda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Bethesda bus from?

Lancaster to Bethesda bus services, operated by Red Rose Transit Authority, depart from Queen St. Station.

Where does the Lancaster to Bethesda bus arrive?

Lancaster to Bethesda bus services, operated by Red Rose Transit Authority, arrive at AMTRAK ETown station.

Can I drive from Lancaster to Bethesda?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Bethesda is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Lancaster to Bethesda.

Where can I stay near Bethesda?

There are 1626+ hotels available in Bethesda.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Lancaster to Bethesda by bus, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Line 18 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from W. Walnut & N. Mary St. to AMTRAK ETownbus 18
2. Take the train from Elizabethtown Amtrak Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
3. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Washington Union Stationtrain
6h 7m
Drive 103.9 mi
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1. Drive from Lancaster to Bethesdacar 103.9 mi
2h 25m
$19–28
Line 18 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Queen St. Station to AMTRAK ETownbus 18
2. Take the bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Washington Union Stationbus Greyhound US0430
7h
Line 18 bus, bus via Baltimore
1. Take the bus from Queen St. Station to AMTRAK ETownbus 18
2. Take the bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Baltimore Downtown Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station to Bethesdabus
7h 4m

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Distance: 250 mi
Duration: 6h 7m

What companies run services between Lancaster, PA, USA and Bethesda, MD, USA?

You can take a bus from Queen St. Station to Bethesda, Red Line Center Platform via AMTRAK ETown, Elizabethtown Amtrak Station, Harrisburg, Harrisburg Bus Station, Washington Union Station, and Union Station, Red Line Center Platform in around 7h.

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