What is the cheapest way to get from Silver Spring to Lancaster?

The cheapest way to get from Silver Spring to Lancaster is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 2h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Silver Spring to Lancaster?

The fastest way to get from Silver Spring to Lancaster is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Silver Spring and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Silver Spring station to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Silver Spring Bus Station and arriving at W. Chestnut & Water St. via AMTRAK ETown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

How far is it from Silver Spring to Lancaster?

The distance between Silver Spring and Lancaster is 249 miles. The road distance is 100 miles.

How do I travel from Silver Spring to Lancaster without a car?

The best way to get from Silver Spring to Lancaster without a car is to train and line 18 bus which takes 6h 42m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Silver Spring to Lancaster?

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Silver Spring to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Silver Spring to Lancaster bus from?

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

Where does the Silver Spring to Lancaster bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Silver Spring to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Silver Spring to Lancaster is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Silver Spring to Lancaster.

Where can I stay near Lancaster?

There are 247+ hotels available in Lancaster.

Silver Spring to Lancaster - 3 ways to travel via train, line 18 bus, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Silver Spring to Lancaster by train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train, line 18 bus
best
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Elizabethtown Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from AMTRAK ETown to W. Chestnut & Water St.bus 18
6h 42m
Drive 99.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Silver Spring to Lancastercar 99.4 mi
2h 20m
$19–27
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Silver Spring Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0430
7h 17m
$24–47

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Distance: 247.3 mi
Duration: 6h 42m

What companies run services between Silver Spring, MD, USA and Lancaster, PA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Silver Spring Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $18–35 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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