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

The cheapest way to get from McLean to Lancaster is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from McLean to Lancaster is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between McLean and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct bus from McLean to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Old Dominion Dr and Chain Bridge and arriving at W. Chestnut & Water St. via Washington Union Station and AMTRAK ETown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

Is there a direct train between McLean and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct train from McLean to Lancaster station. However, there are services departing from McLean, Silver Line Center Platform and arriving at Elizabethtown Amtrak Station via New Carrollton Amtrak Station and 30th Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

How far is it from McLean to Lancaster?

The distance between McLean and Lancaster is 170 miles. The road distance is 111.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from McLean to Lancaster without a car is to bus which takes 8h 12m and costs $26 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 8h 12m to get from McLean to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the McLean to Lancaster bus from?

McLean to Lancaster bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Washington Union Station.

Where do I catch the McLean to Lancaster train from?

McLean to Lancaster train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from New Carrollton Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from McLean to Lancaster?

The best way to get from McLean to Lancaster is to bus which takes 8h 12m and costs $26 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $150 and takes 8h 20m.

Where does the McLean to Lancaster bus arrive?

McLean to Lancaster bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Harrisburg Bus Station.

Where does the McLean to Lancaster train arrive?

McLean to Lancaster train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at 30th Street Station.

Can I drive from McLean to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between McLean to Lancaster is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from McLean to Lancaster.

Where can I stay near Lancaster?

There are 250+ hotels available in Lancaster.

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0430
8h 12m
$27–55
Drive 110.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from McLean to Lancastercar 110.6 mi
2h 40m
$21–30
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from New Carrollton Amtrak Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Palmetto / ...
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Elizabethtown Amtrak Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
8h 20m
$70–150

McLean to Lancaster by bus, subway, and train (Greyhound)

7Weekly Services

8h 12mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.3 mi
Duration: 8h 12m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Washington Union Station to Harrisburg Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $17–35 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Dominion Dr and Chain Bridge to W. Chestnut & Water St. via Mclean Metro, McLean, Silver Line Center Platform, New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platform, New Carrollton Amtrak Station, 30th Street Station, Elizabethtown Amtrak Station, and AMTRAK ETown in around 8h 20m.

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