How much is the train ticket from New York City to Lancaster?

The cheapest train tickets from New York City to Lancaster start from R 612. The average price for this train route is around R 1 131. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from New York City to Lancaster?

The average train journey time from New York City to Lancaster is 2h 54m, covering a distance of 211 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 39m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the New York City to Lancaster route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 16 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from New York City to Lancaster?

The earliest train from New York City to Lancaster departs at 04:50. And the latest train departs at 23:23.

Which is the best train operator from New York City to Lancaster?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Lancaster?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from New York City to Lancaster?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from New York City to Lancaster?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train New York City to Lancaster from R 571 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from New York City to Lancaster on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	07:17	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 47m	10:04	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
	Train	09:30	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 39m	12:09	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
	Train	10:52	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 58m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	17:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 53m	19:53	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	10:52	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 58m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Lancaster on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:05	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3h 3m	12:08	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Train	17:17	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 50m	20:07	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
Train	07:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 51m	09:51	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Train	09:09	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 59m	12:08	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Train	10:52	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 58m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Lancaster on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	6h 59m	06:22	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Train	17:17	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 50m	20:07	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
Train	07:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 51m	09:51	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Train	09:09	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 59m	12:08	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Train	19:53	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 53m	22:46	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Lancaster on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	23:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	6h 59m	06:22	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
	Train	09:30	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 39m	12:09	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
	Train	05:51	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 47m	08:38	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	06:30	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3h 34m	10:04	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	07:17	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 47m	10:04	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Lancaster on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	05:51	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 47m	08:38	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
	Train	09:30	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 39m	12:09	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
	Train	07:17	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 47m	10:04	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	06:30	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3h 34m	10:04	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	10:52	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 58m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Lancaster on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	05:51	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 47m	08:38	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
	Train	09:30	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 39m	12:09	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
	Train	07:17	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 47m	10:04	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	06:30	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3h 34m	10:04	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	10:52	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 58m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Lancaster on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	05:51	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 47m	08:38	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
	Train	09:30	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 39m	12:09	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
	Train	07:17	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 47m	10:04	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	06:30	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3h 34m	10:04	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	10:52	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 58m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Lancaster on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	05:51	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 47m	08:38	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
	Train	09:30	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 39m	12:09	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
	Train	07:17	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 47m	10:04	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	06:30	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3h 34m	10:04	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	10:52	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 58m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:40 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City to Lancaster

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lancaster. The journey takes about 4 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 558, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4h 15mAverage duration

212 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 558 - R 1 178	Average duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 612 - R 6 858	Average duration2h 54m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 612

Amtrak New York City Lancaster recent customer reviews

Good journey only that we were a just minutes late

Inkosiinhle M.

2 January 2024

All Was great

Patience M.

14 December 2022

Very Satisfying

Marcelino R.

12 February 2022

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City 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 New York City to Lancaster?
The cheapest train tickets from New York City to Lancaster start from R 612. The average price for this train route is around R 1 131. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from New York City to Lancaster?
The average train journey time from New York City to Lancaster is 2h 54m, covering a distance of 211 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 39m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the New York City to Lancaster route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 16 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from New York City to Lancaster?
The earliest train from New York City to Lancaster departs at 04:50. And the latest train departs at 23:23.
Which is the best train operator from New York City to Lancaster?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Lancaster?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from New York City to Lancaster?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from New York City to Lancaster?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 882

11/12

R 882

Today

R 882

13/12

R 1 315

14/12

R 1 280

15/12

R 848

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R 882

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R 882

The cheapest trip from New York City to Lancaster, PA, US was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 848

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

You can expect to pay from R 848 to R 10 220 for a train ticket from New York City to Lancaster, PA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 848, which is on 2025-12-15.