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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Lancaster is to drive which costs $12 - $18 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Lancaster is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia station to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at W. Chestnut & Water St. via AMTRAK ETown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Lancaster?

The distance between Philadelphia and Lancaster is 108 miles. The road distance is 66 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Lancaster without a car is to train and line 18 bus which takes 3h 29m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Philadelphia to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Lancaster bus from?

Philadelphia to Lancaster bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Philadelphia Bus Station.

Where does the Philadelphia to Lancaster bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Lancaster is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Philadelphia to Lancaster.

How do I get a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Lancaster?

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Where can I stay near Lancaster?

There are 243+ hotels available in Lancaster.

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

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

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Train, line 18 bus
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Elizabethtown Amtrak Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
2. Take the bus from AMTRAK ETown to W. Chestnut & Water St.bus 18
3h 29m
Drive 65.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Lancastercar 65.6 mi
1h 41m
$12–18
Bus, line 18 bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0421 / ...
2. Take the bus from AMTRAK ETown to W. Chestnut & Water St.bus 18
5h 12m
Train, line 18 bus via W. Chestnut & Mary St.
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Elizabethtown Amtrak Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
2. Take the bus from AMTRAK ETown to W. Chestnut & Mary St.bus 18
3h 33m

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Distance: 107.5 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to W. Chestnut & Water St. via Harrisburg Bus Station, Harrisburg, Elizabethtown Amtrak Station, and AMTRAK ETown in around 5h 12m.

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