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How to get fromNational City to Lancasterby train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, or plane

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There are 4 ways to get from National City to Lancaster by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, or plane

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from San Diego to Los Angelestrain train Pacific Surfliner
    2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancastertrain train AV Line
    7h 28m
    $51–99

  2. Bus, train

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop to Glendale Bus Stopbus bus Greyhound US0831
    2. Take the train from Glendale to Lancastertrain train AV Line
    8h 8m
    $29–51

  3. Drive 180.3 mi

    1. Drive from National City to Lancastercar car 180.3 mi
    3h 19m
    $33–48

  4. Fly, train

    1. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane plane SAN - LAX
    2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancastertrain train
    6h 54m
    $180–584

National City to Lancaster by tram, train, and foot

Calendar52Weekly Services
Duration7h 28mAverage Duration
Ticket$51Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 208.5 mi
  • Duration: 7h 28m

What companies run services between National City, CA, USA and Lancaster, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from 8th Street Station to Lancaster via America Plaza Station, San Diego, Los Angeles, and L.A. Union Station in around 7h 28m.

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