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

The cheapest way to get from Meriden to Lancaster is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Meriden to Lancaster is to drive which takes 4h 58m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Meriden and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Meriden to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from State St @ Meriden Transit Center and arriving at W. Chestnut & Water St. via New Haven, Port Authority Bus Terminal and AMTRAK ETown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Meriden and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct train from Meriden to Lancaster station. However, there are services departing from Meriden and arriving at Elizabethtown Amtrak Station via New Haven and 30th Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

How far is it from Meriden to Lancaster?

The distance between Meriden and Lancaster is 293 miles. The road distance is 241.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Meriden to Lancaster without a car is to train which takes 9h and costs $55 - $800.

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

It takes approximately 9h to get from Meriden to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Meriden to Lancaster bus from?

Meriden to Lancaster bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from New Haven station.

Where do I catch the Meriden to Lancaster train from?

Meriden to Lancaster train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from New Haven station.

Train or bus from Meriden to Lancaster?

The best way to get from Meriden to Lancaster is to train which takes 9h and costs $55 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $95 and takes 11h 16m.

Where does the Meriden to Lancaster bus arrive?

Meriden to Lancaster bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at New York station.

Where does the Meriden to Lancaster train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Meriden to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Meriden to Lancaster is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Meriden to Lancaster.

How do I get a train ticket from Meriden to Lancaster?

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Where can I stay near Lancaster?

There are 252+ hotels available in Lancaster.

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There are 4 ways to get from Meriden to Lancaster by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from New Haven to 30th Street Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Elizabethtown Amtrak Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
9h
$60–761
Drive 240.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Meriden to Lancastercar 240.4 mi
4h 58m
$44–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from New Haven to New Yorkbus Bz 0203
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0410 / ...
11h 16m
$51–95
Train via Newark (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Meriden to Newark Penn Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Elizabethtown Amtrak Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
9h 9m
$65–155

Meriden to Lancaster by train and bus (Amtrak)

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Distance: 291.6 mi
Duration: 9h

What companies run services between Meriden, CT, USA and Lancaster, PA, USA?

You can take a train from Meriden to W. Chestnut & Water St. via New Haven, 30th Street Station, Elizabethtown Amtrak Station, and AMTRAK ETown in around 9h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from State St @ Meriden Transit Center to W. Chestnut & Water St. via New Haven, New York, Port Authority Bus Terminal, Harrisburg Bus Station, Harrisburg, Elizabethtown Amtrak Station, and AMTRAK ETown in around 11h 16m.

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