What is the cheapest way to get from Union Station to Lancaster?

The cheapest way to get from Union Station to Lancaster is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Union Station to Lancaster?

The fastest way to get from Union Station to Lancaster is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Union Station and Lancaster?

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

How far is it from Union Station to Lancaster?

The distance between Union Station and Lancaster is 241 miles. The road distance is 105.9 miles.

How do I travel from Union Station to Lancaster without a car?

The best way to get from Union Station to Lancaster without a car is to train and line 18 bus which takes 6h 9m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Union Station to Lancaster?

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Union Station to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Union Station to Lancaster bus from?

Union Station to Lancaster bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Washington Union Station.

Where does the Union Station to Lancaster bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Union Station to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Union Station to Lancaster is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Union Station to Lancaster.

Where can I stay near Lancaster?

There are 233+ hotels available in Lancaster.

Union Station to Lancaster - 3 ways to travel via train, line 18 bus, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Union Station 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 9m
Drive 105.3 mi
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1. Drive from Union Station to Lancastercar 105.3 mi
2h 26m
$20–28
Bus, line 18 bus
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0430
2. Take the bus from AMTRAK ETown to W. Chestnut & Water St.bus 18
6h 22m

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Distance: 240 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

What companies run services between Union Station, DC, USA and Lancaster, PA, USA?

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

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