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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Lancaster, PA | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Lancaster, PA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Lancaster, PA | No tags |
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Get from Chicago to Lancaster
The journey takes about 18 hours 1 minute, and with fares starting at just SEK 2 048, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5821 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at SEK 2 048
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Lancaster, PA, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Chicago to Lancaster?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Lancaster start from SEK 2 048. The average price for this train route is around SEK 2 542. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to Lancaster?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Lancaster is 18h 1m, covering a distance of 973 km. The quickest train can get you there in 18h 1m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Lancaster route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Lancaster?
The earliest train from Chicago to Lancaster departs at 18:40. And the latest train departs at 21:30.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Lancaster, PA, US was searched and found on 09 Jun 2026 with a price of SEK 2 328To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Lancaster, PA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from SEK 2 328 to SEK 16 565 for a train ticket from Chicago to Lancaster, PA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at SEK 2 328, which is on 2026-06-12.
