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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Penn Station | Lancaster, PA | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | Lancaster, PA | Fastest | ||||
| Train | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | Lancaster, PA | No tags | ||||
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | Penn Station | Lancaster, PA | No tags | ||||
| Train | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | Lancaster, PA | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark to Lancaster
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Lancaster. The journey takes about 2 hours 42 minutes and with fares starting at just R 612, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ 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 Newark to Lancaster?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Lancaster start from R 612. The average price for this train route is around R 1 453. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to Lancaster?
The average train journey time from Newark to Lancaster is 2h 42m, covering a distance of 197 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Newark to Lancaster route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 18 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to Lancaster?
The earliest train from Newark to Lancaster departs at 06:07. And the latest train departs at 23:42.
Which is the best train operator from Newark 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 Newark 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 Newark 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 Newark 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.
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Lancaster, PA, US was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 675To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newark, NJ to Lancaster, PA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 675 to R 10 135 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Lancaster, PA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 675, which is on 2025-12-14.
What's the cheapest way to go from Newark, NJ to Lancaster, PA, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Newark, NJ and Lancaster, PA, US 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 1 453 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 612. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Lancaster, PA, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Newark, NJ to Lancaster, PA, US in about 2h 42m – that's the fastest way to get there!
