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

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Bowie is to drive which costs $17 - $25 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Bowie is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Bowie?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster station to Bowie. However, there are services departing from Queen St. Station and arriving at Evergreen Pkwy at Emerald Ln via Harrisburg Bus Station and New Carrollton+Bay B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Bowie?

The distance between Lancaster and Bowie is 242 miles. The road distance is 94.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lancaster to Bowie without a car is to line 18 bus and train which takes 7h 16m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 16m to get from Lancaster to Bowie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Bowie bus from?

Lancaster to Bowie bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Harrisburg Bus Station.

Where does the Lancaster to Bowie bus arrive?

Lancaster to Bowie bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from Lancaster to Bowie?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Bowie is 95 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Lancaster to Bowie.

Where can I stay near Bowie?

There are 269+ hotels available in Bowie.

Lancaster to Bowie - 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 Bowie by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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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 New Carrollton Amtrak Stationtrain
7h 16m
Drive 94.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lancaster to Bowiecar 94.4 mi
2h 8m
$18–25
Line 18 bus, bus, train
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 train from West Baltimore to New Carrollton Amtrak Stationtrain
7h 50m
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Washington Union Stationbus Greyhound US0430
8h 16m
$25–54

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Distance: 240.9 mi
Duration: 7h 16m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Washington Union Station twice daily. Tickets cost $17–35 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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