What is the cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Crystal City?

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Crystal City is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 2h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lancaster to Crystal City?

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Crystal City is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Crystal City?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster station to Crystal City 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 6h 58m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Crystal City?

The distance between Lancaster and Crystal City is 248 miles. The road distance is 108.8 miles.

How do I travel from Lancaster to Crystal City without a car?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Crystal City without a car is to line 18 bus and train which takes 6h 4m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Lancaster to Crystal City?

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Lancaster to Crystal City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Crystal City bus from?

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

Where does the Lancaster to Crystal City bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lancaster to Crystal City?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Crystal City is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Lancaster to Crystal City.

Where can I stay near Crystal City?

There are 1407+ hotels available in Crystal City.

Lancaster to Crystal City - 3 ways to travel via train, line 18 bus, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Lancaster to Crystal City by bus, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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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 4m
Drive 108.1 mi
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1. Drive from Lancaster to Crystal Citycar 108.1 mi
2h 36m
$20–29
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
6h 58m

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Distance: 246.8 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

What companies run services between Lancaster, PA, USA and Crystal City, VA, USA?

You can take a bus from Queen St. Station to Crystal City, Yellow/Blue Line Track 2 Platform via AMTRAK ETown, Elizabethtown Amtrak Station, Harrisburg, Harrisburg Bus Station, Washington Union Station, Union Station, Red Line Center Platform, Gallery Place, Red Line Track 2 Platform, and Gallery Place, Green/Yellow Line Center Platform in around 6h 58m.

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