How much is the train ticket from Lancaster to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to Philadelphia start at $27. The average price for this train route is around $34. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Lancaster to Philadelphia?

The average train trip from Lancaster to Philadelphia takes 1h 10m and covers 97 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 3m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Lancaster to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lancaster to Philadelphia?

The earliest train from Lancaster to Philadelphia departs at 5:35am. The latest train departs at 9:52pm.

Train Lancaster to Philadelphia from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Lancaster to Philadelphia on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	1h 10m	6:45am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Lancaster, PA	1h 3m	9:30am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	6:24am	Lancaster, PA	1h 16m	7:40am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	7:16am	Lancaster, PA	1h 17m	8:33am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	9:34am	Lancaster, PA	1h 7m	10:41am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to Philadelphia on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:56am	Lancaster, PA	1h 9m	9:05am	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:05am	Lancaster, PA	1h 10m	10:15am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	9:55am	Lancaster, PA	1h 10m	11:05am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	11:55am	Lancaster, PA	1h 10m	1:05pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Lancaster, PA	1h 14m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to Philadelphia on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:56am	Lancaster, PA	1h 9m	9:05am	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:55am	Lancaster, PA	1h 10m	11:05am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	11:55am	Lancaster, PA	1h 10m	1:05pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Lancaster, PA	1h 14m	2:59pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	2:40pm	Lancaster, PA	1h 15m	3:55pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to Philadelphia on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	1h 10m	6:45am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Lancaster, PA	1h 3m	9:30am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	6:24am	Lancaster, PA	1h 16m	7:40am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	7:16am	Lancaster, PA	1h 17m	8:33am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	9:34am	Lancaster, PA	1h 7m	10:41am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to Philadelphia on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	1h 10m	6:45am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Lancaster, PA	1h 3m	9:30am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	6:24am	Lancaster, PA	1h 16m	7:40am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	7:16am	Lancaster, PA	1h 17m	8:33am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	9:34am	Lancaster, PA	1h 7m	10:41am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to Philadelphia on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	1h 10m	6:45am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Lancaster, PA	1h 3m	9:30am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	6:24am	Lancaster, PA	1h 16m	7:40am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	7:16am	Lancaster, PA	1h 17m	8:33am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	9:34am	Lancaster, PA	1h 7m	10:41am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to Philadelphia on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	1h 10m	6:45am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	Lancaster, PA	1h 3m	9:30am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	6:24am	Lancaster, PA	1h 16m	7:40am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	7:16am	Lancaster, PA	1h 17m	8:33am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	9:34am	Lancaster, PA	1h 7m	10:41am	30th Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: 2025-12-04 EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Lancaster to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

97 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$67 - $67	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$27 - $72	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Users have expressed satisfaction with their travel experience, highlighting the ease of booking and reasonable prices. They appreciated the cleanliness and punctuality of the train. Additionally, there was a positive mention of helpful staff who promptly assisted in recovering a lost phone. Overall, Amtrak is recommended for its reliable service and multiple travel options.

Amtrak Lancaster Philadelphia recent customer reviews

Very easy to book the trip. The train was clean and on time . Prices were reasonable, and there were many options for time of travel. I would recommend Amtrak to anyone who is looking for a great travel experience at a reasonable price.

Jody K.

June 3, 2024

The ride was enjoyable. I left my phone on the train but some official on the train quickly recovered it and turned it in to lost and found. I was so thankful.

Doreen S.

April 4, 2024

Punctual but crowded

Brian B.

December 29, 2024

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lancaster, PA, US to Philadelphia, PA by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Lancaster to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to Philadelphia start at $27. The average price for this train route is around $34. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Lancaster to Philadelphia?
The average train trip from Lancaster to Philadelphia takes 1h 10m and covers 97 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 3m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Lancaster to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lancaster to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Lancaster to Philadelphia departs at 5:35am. The latest train departs at 9:52pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-09

$30

12-10

$30

Today

$30

12-12

$32

12-13

$34

12-14

$34

12-15

$32

12-16

$32

The cheapest trip from Lancaster, PA, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $30

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Lancaster, PA, US to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $30 to $68 for a train ticket from Lancaster, PA, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-12-12.

What's the cheapest way to go from Lancaster, PA, US to Philadelphia, PA?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time2h	Avg Price$67	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time1h 10m	Avg Price$34	Daily Departures12

The best way to travel between Lancaster, PA, US and Philadelphia, PA is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $34 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $27. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Philadelphia, PA, choose the train, as it will take you from Lancaster, PA, US to Philadelphia, PA in about 1h 10m —that's the fastest way to get there!