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How to get fromLancaster to Downingtownby bus, train, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Lancaster to Downingtown by bus, train, car, or taxi

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  1. Line 18 bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from W. Walnut & N. Mary St. to AMTRAK ETownbus bus 18
    2. Take the train from Elizabethtown Amtrak Station to Downingtown Amtraktrain train Keystone Service
    2h 48m

  2. Drive 33.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Lancaster to Downingtowncar car 33.7 mi
    49 min
    $7–9

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Lancaster to Downingtowntaxi taxi 33.7 mi
    49 min
    $150–190

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  • Distance: 75.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 48m

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

There is no direct connection from Lancaster to Downingtown. However, you can take the line 18 bus to AMTRAK ETown, walk to Elizabethtown Amtrak Station, then take the train to Downingtown Amtrak. Alternatively, you can drive from Lancaster to Downingtown in around 49 min.

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