What is the cheapest way to get from Washington to Lancaster County?

The cheapest way to get from Washington to Lancaster County is to drive which costs $20 - $29 and takes 2h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington to Lancaster County?

The fastest way to get from Washington to Lancaster County is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs $20 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Washington and Lancaster County?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington station to Lancaster County. However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at Rt. 23 & Hornig Rd. via AMTRAK ETown and W. Chestnut & N. Queen, Lancaster, PA 17. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Washington and Lancaster County?

No, there is no direct train from Washington station to Lancaster County station. However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at Elizabethtown Amtrak Station via Trenton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

How far is it from Washington to Lancaster County?

The distance between Washington and Lancaster County is 158 miles. The road distance is 110.2 miles.

How do I travel from Washington to Lancaster County without a car?

The best way to get from Washington to Lancaster County without a car is to bus and line 18 bus which takes 6h 54m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Washington to Lancaster County?

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Washington to Lancaster County, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington to Lancaster County bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Washington to Lancaster County train from?

Washington to Lancaster County train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Washington Union Station.

Train or bus from Washington to Lancaster County?

The best way to get from Washington to Lancaster County is to bus and line 18 bus which takes 6h 54m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $150 - $240 and takes 8h 38m.

Where does the Washington to Lancaster County bus arrive?

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

Where does the Washington to Lancaster County train arrive?

Washington to Lancaster County train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Trenton station.

Can I drive from Washington to Lancaster County?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington to Lancaster County is 110 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Washington to Lancaster County.

Where can I stay near Lancaster County?

There are 227+ hotels available in Lancaster County.

Washington to Lancaster County - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Washington to Lancaster County by bus (Greyhound), train, bus, car, or train (Amtrak)

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Bus, line 18 bus
best
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 54m
Drive 109.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Washington to Lancaster Countycar 109.6 mi
2h 38m
$20–29
Train, line 18 bus
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
7h 21m
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Trentontrain Carolinian / ...
2. Take the train from Trenton to Elizabethtown Amtrak Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
8h 38m
$151–239

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Distance: 157.5 mi
Duration: 6h 54m

What companies run services between Washington, DC, USA and Lancaster County, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from Washington Union Station to Rt. 23 & Hornig Rd. via Harrisburg Bus Station, Harrisburg, Elizabethtown Amtrak Station, AMTRAK ETown, W. Chestnut & Water St., and W. Chestnut & N. Queen, Lancaster, PA 17 in around 6h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Washington Union Station to Rt. 23 & Hornig Rd. via Trenton, Elizabethtown Amtrak Station, AMTRAK ETown, W. Chestnut & Water St., and W. Chestnut & N. Queen, Lancaster, PA 17 in around 8h 38m.

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