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

The cheapest way to get from Scranton to Lancaster is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scranton to Lancaster is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Scranton and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Scranton to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Scranton, Pa and arriving at W. Chestnut & Water St. via AMTRAK ETown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Scranton to Lancaster?

The distance between Scranton and Lancaster is 165 miles. The road distance is 120.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scranton to Lancaster without a car is to bus and line 18 bus which takes 6h 22m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Scranton to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scranton to Lancaster bus from?

Scranton to Lancaster bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from Scranton, Pa station.

Where does the Scranton to Lancaster bus arrive?

Scranton to Lancaster bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at Harrisburg, Pa station.

Can I drive from Scranton to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Scranton to Lancaster is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Scranton to Lancaster.

Where can I stay near Lancaster?

There are 247+ hotels available in Lancaster.

Scranton to Lancaster - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 18 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Scranton to Lancaster by bus, car, or train

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Bus, line 18 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Scranton, Pa to Harrisburg, Pabus 771
2. Take the bus from AMTRAK ETown to W. Chestnut & Water St.bus 18
6h 22m
Drive 120.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Scranton to Lancastercar 120.1 mi
2h 36m
$22–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Scranton to Newark Penn Stationbus FlixBus N2686
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Elizabethtown Amtrak Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
7h 48m
$68–139

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Distance: 163.9 mi
Duration: 6h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Scranton, Pa to W. Chestnut & Water St. via Harrisburg, Pa, Harrisburg, Elizabethtown Amtrak Station, and AMTRAK ETown in around 6h 22m.

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