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

The cheapest way to get from Riverhead to Lancaster is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riverhead to Lancaster is to drive which takes 4h 45m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct train between Riverhead and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct train from Riverhead to Lancaster station. However, there are services departing from Riverhead and arriving at Elizabethtown Amtrak Station via Ronkonkoma and Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

How far is it from Riverhead to Lancaster?

The distance between Riverhead and Lancaster is 274 miles. The road distance is 223.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Riverhead to Lancaster without a car is to train which takes 8h 20m and costs $70 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 8h 20m to get from Riverhead to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverhead to Lancaster train from?

Riverhead to Lancaster train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from Ronkonkoma station.

Where does the Riverhead to Lancaster train arrive?

Riverhead to Lancaster train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at New York Penn Station.

Can I drive from Riverhead to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverhead to Lancaster is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Riverhead to Lancaster.

Where can I stay near Lancaster?

There are 250+ hotels available in Lancaster.

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There are 2 ways to get from Riverhead to Lancaster by train (Amtrak) or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ronkonkoma to New York Penn Stationtrain Ronkonkoma Branch
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Elizabethtown Amtrak Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
8h 20m
$73–163
Drive 222.3 mi
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1. Drive from Riverhead to Lancastercar 222.3 mi
4h 45m
$41–59

Riverhead to Lancaster by train and bus

54Weekly Services

8h 20mAverage Duration

$73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 272.6 mi
Duration: 8h 20m

What companies run services between Riverhead, NY, USA and Lancaster, PA, USA?

You can take a train from Riverhead to W. Chestnut & Water St. via Ronkonkoma, Penn Station, Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, Elizabethtown Amtrak Station, and AMTRAK ETown in around 8h 20m.

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