Trains tickets from Lancaster, PA, US to New York City

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Today9 Jul
from US$54
Tomorrow10 Jul
from US$60
Fri11 Jul
from US$54
Sat12 Jul
from US$66
Sun13 Jul
from US$41
Mon14 Jul
from US$51
Tue15 Jul
from US$51
Wed16 Jul
from US$54

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 10 July at
    Departure city: Lancaster
    Departure location: Lancaster, PA
    Arrival time: 10 July at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 10 July at
    Departure city: Lancaster
    Departure location: Lancaster, PA
    Arrival time: 10 July at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 10 July at
    Departure city: Lancaster
    Departure location: Lancaster, PA
    Arrival time: 10 July at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 10 July at
    Departure city: Lancaster
    Departure location: Lancaster, PA
    Arrival time: 10 July at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Operated by: Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 10 July at
    Departure city: Lancaster
    Departure location: Lancaster, PA
    Arrival time: 10 July at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lancaster to New York City

Average priceUS$33 - US$33Average duration3h 30m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$35 - US$396Average duration2h 58m
19kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Lancaster to New York City

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 2 hours 58 minutes and with fares starting at just US$35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13train per day
2h 58mAverage duration
US$35Cheapest ticket
19kgCO₂ emissions

Train Lancaster to New York City: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$54
Average train trip duration2h 58m
Number of daily trains13
Earliest train departure05:35
Distance131 miles
Latest train departure21:50

Lancaster to New York City Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Lancaster, PA, US - New York City

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Lancaster to New York City cost?

    The average train ticket price from Lancaster to New York City is US$54. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Lancaster to New York City is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Lancaster to New York City?

    A train trip between Lancaster and New York City is around 2h 58m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 39m. This is the time it takes to travel the 130 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Lancaster and New York City?

    The number of trains from Lancaster to New York City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Lancaster to New York City by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Lancaster to New York City?

    When taking the train from Lancaster to New York City, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
07/07
US$51
08/07
US$48
Today
US$51
10/07
US$56
11/07
US$51
12/07
US$62
13/07
US$38
14/07
US$48
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lancaster to New York City was searched and found on 13 Jul 2025 with a price of US$38

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

You can expect to pay from US$38 to US$238 for a train ticket from Lancaster to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$38, which is on 2025-07-13.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Lancaster and New York City is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in New York City.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to New York City you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Lancaster and New York City compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Lancaster to New York City while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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Train from New York City to Lancaster

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