What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster (Station) is to drive which costs $12 - $18 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster (Station) is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia, PA and Lancaster (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster (Station). However, there are services departing from 15th St/City Hall and arriving at Lancaster via 30th Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster (Station)?

The distance between Philadelphia, PA and Lancaster (Station) is 68 miles. The road distance is 66.7 miles.

How do I travel from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster (Station) without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs $23 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster (Station)?

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster (Station) train from?

Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster (Station) train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from 30th Street Station.

Where does the Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster (Station) train arrive?

Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster (Station) train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Lancaster station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster (Station) is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster (Station).

Where can I stay near Lancaster (Station)?

There are 243+ hotels available in Lancaster (Station).

Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster (Station) - 2 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster (Station) by train (Amtrak) or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Lancastertrain Pennsylvanian / ...
2h 15m
$24–48
Drive 66.3 mi
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1. Drive from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster (Station)car 66.3 mi
1h 42m
$13–18

Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster (Station) by subway and train (Amtrak)

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2h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 67.9 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Lancaster (Station), PA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from 30th Street Station to Lancaster every 2 hours. Tickets cost $21–45 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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