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

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Scranton is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Scranton is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Scranton?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster station to Scranton. However, there are services departing from Queen St. Station and arriving at Scranton, Pa via Harrisburg, Pa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Scranton?

The distance between Lancaster and Scranton is 166 miles. The road distance is 122.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lancaster to Scranton without a car is to line 18 bus and bus which takes 6h 34m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Lancaster to Scranton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Scranton bus from?

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

Where does the Lancaster to Scranton bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lancaster to Scranton?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Scranton is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Lancaster to Scranton.

Where can I stay near Scranton?

There are 65+ hotels available in Scranton.

Lancaster to Scranton - 3 ways to travel via train, line 18 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 18 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Queen St. Station to AMTRAK ETownbus 18
2. Take the bus from Harrisburg, Pa to Scranton, Pabus 770
6h 34m
Drive 121.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lancaster to Scrantoncar 121.3 mi
2h 34m
$23–32
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Elizabethtown Amtrak Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia 30th St Station to Scrantonbus Philadelphia
7h 15m
$71–124

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Distance: 165.5 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Queen St. Station to Scranton, Pa via AMTRAK ETown, Elizabethtown Amtrak Station, Harrisburg, and Harrisburg, Pa in around 6h 34m.

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