How much is the train ticket from Lancaster to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to Philadelphia start from R 329. The average price for this train route is around R 416. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Lancaster to Philadelphia?

The average train journey time from Lancaster to Philadelphia is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 97 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 3m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Lancaster to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators run on 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 05:35. And the latest train departs at 21:52.

Train Lancaster to Philadelphia from R 277 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Lancaster to Philadelphia on 11 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	21:52	Lancaster, PA	1h 8m	23:00	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Lancaster to Philadelphia on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:35	Lancaster, PA	1h 10m	06:45	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	08:27	Lancaster, PA	1h 3m	09:30	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	06:24	Lancaster, PA	1h 16m	07:40	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	07:16	Lancaster, PA	1h 17m	08:33	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	09:34	Lancaster, PA	1h 7m	10:41	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to Philadelphia on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:56	Lancaster, PA	1h 9m	09:05	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	09:05	Lancaster, PA	1h 10m	10:15	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	09:55	Lancaster, PA	1h 10m	11:05	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	11:55	Lancaster, PA	1h 10m	13:05	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	13:45	Lancaster, PA	1h 14m	14:59	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to Philadelphia on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:56	Lancaster, PA	1h 9m	09:05	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	09:55	Lancaster, PA	1h 10m	11:05	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	11:55	Lancaster, PA	1h 10m	13:05	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	13:45	Lancaster, PA	1h 14m	14:59	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	14:40	Lancaster, PA	1h 15m	15:55	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to Philadelphia on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:35	Lancaster, PA	1h 10m	06:45	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	08:27	Lancaster, PA	1h 3m	09:30	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	06:24	Lancaster, PA	1h 16m	07:40	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	07:16	Lancaster, PA	1h 17m	08:33	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	09:34	Lancaster, PA	1h 7m	10:41	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to Philadelphia on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:35	Lancaster, PA	1h 10m	06:45	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	08:27	Lancaster, PA	1h 3m	09:30	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	06:24	Lancaster, PA	1h 16m	07:40	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	07:16	Lancaster, PA	1h 17m	08:33	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	09:34	Lancaster, PA	1h 7m	10:41	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to Philadelphia on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:35	Lancaster, PA	1h 10m	06:45	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	08:27	Lancaster, PA	1h 3m	09:30	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	06:24	Lancaster, PA	1h 16m	07:40	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	07:16	Lancaster, PA	1h 17m	08:33	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	09:34	Lancaster, PA	1h 7m	10:41	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to Philadelphia on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:35	Lancaster, PA	1h 10m	06:45	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	08:27	Lancaster, PA	1h 3m	09:30	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	06:24	Lancaster, PA	1h 16m	07:40	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	07:16	Lancaster, PA	1h 17m	08:33	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	09:34	Lancaster, PA	1h 7m	10:41	30th Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 R 329, 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 priceR 819 - R 819	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 329 - R 881	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.

3 June 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.

4 April 2024

Punctual but crowded

Brian B.

29 December 2024

US train 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 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 Lancaster to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to Philadelphia start from R 329. The average price for this train route is around R 416. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Lancaster to Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Lancaster to Philadelphia is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 97 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 3m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Lancaster to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators run on 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 05:35. And the latest train departs at 21:52.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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R 364

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R 364

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R 364

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R 381

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R 416

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R 381

The cheapest trip from Lancaster, PA, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 364

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 R 364 to R 831 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 R 381, 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 priceR 819	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1h 10m	Avg priceR 416	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 R 416 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 329. 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!