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

The cheapest way to get from Metuchen to Lancaster is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Metuchen to Lancaster is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Metuchen and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Metuchen station to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at W. Chestnut & Water St. via AMTRAK ETown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

How far is it from Metuchen to Lancaster?

The distance between Metuchen and Lancaster is 172 miles. The road distance is 122.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Metuchen to Lancaster without a car is to train and line 18 bus via Trenton which takes 5h 51m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Metuchen to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Metuchen to Lancaster bus from?

Metuchen to Lancaster bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Where does the Metuchen to Lancaster bus arrive?

Metuchen to Lancaster bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Harrisburg Bus Station.

Can I drive from Metuchen to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Metuchen to Lancaster is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Metuchen to Lancaster.

Where can I stay near Lancaster?

There are 243+ hotels available in Lancaster.

Metuchen to Lancaster - 4 ways to travel via train, line 18 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 18 bus via Trenton
best
1. Take the train from Metuchen to Trenton Transit Centertrain Nec
2. Take the train from Trenton to Elizabethtown Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from AMTRAK ETown to W. Chestnut & Water St.bus 18
5h 51m
Drive 122 mi
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1. Drive from Metuchen to Lancastercar 122 mi
2h 33m
$23–33
Bus, line 18 bus
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0410 / ...
2. Take the bus from AMTRAK ETown to W. Chestnut & Water St.bus 18
7h 36m
Train, line 18 bus
1. Take the train from Metropark Amtrak Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Elizabethtown Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from AMTRAK ETown to W. Chestnut & Water St.bus 18
5h 54m

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Distance: 170.7 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

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

You can take a train from Metuchen to W. Chestnut & Water St. via Newark, Penn Station, Newark Penn Station, Harrisburg Bus Station, Harrisburg, Elizabethtown Amtrak Station, and AMTRAK ETown in around 7h 36m.

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