What is the cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Scotch Plains?

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Scotch Plains is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lancaster to Scotch Plains?

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Scotch Plains is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Scotch Plains?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster station to Scotch Plains. However, there are services departing from Queen St. Station and arriving at Westfield Ave At Westfield Rd via Harrisburg Bus Station, Newark Penn Station and Broad St At Court St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Scotch Plains?

The distance between Lancaster and Scotch Plains is 202 miles. The road distance is 130.3 miles.

How do I travel from Lancaster to Scotch Plains without a car?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Scotch Plains without a car is to line 18 bus and train which takes 5h 52m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Lancaster to Scotch Plains?

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Lancaster to Scotch Plains, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Scotch Plains bus from?

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

Where does the Lancaster to Scotch Plains bus arrive?

Lancaster to Scotch Plains bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

Can I drive from Lancaster to Scotch Plains?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Scotch Plains is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Lancaster to Scotch Plains.

Where can I stay near Scotch Plains?

There are 719+ hotels available in Scotch Plains.

Lancaster to Scotch Plains - 3 ways to travel via train, line 18 bus, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Lancaster to Scotch Plains by bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), 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 Newark Penn Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
5h 52m
Drive 129.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lancaster to Scotch Plainscar 129.6 mi
2h 32m
$24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Newark Penn Stationbus Greyhound US0421 / ...
9h 40m
$37–80

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Distance: 201.2 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

What companies run services between Lancaster, PA, USA and Scotch Plains, NJ, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Newark Penn Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $28–55 and the journey takes 4h 30m. Flixbus USA also services this route 3 times a day.

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