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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | South Station (Train Terminal) | Lancaster, PA | Cheapest | ||||
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | Boston Route 128, MA | Lancaster, PA | Fastest | ||||
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | South Station (Train Terminal) | Lancaster, PA | No tags | ||||
| Train | South Station (Train Terminal) | Lancaster, PA | No tags | ||||
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | South Station (Train Terminal) | Lancaster, PA | No tags |
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Get from Boston to Lancaster
The journey takes about 8 hours 12 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 201, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5806 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 201
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Boston, MA, US to Lancaster, PA, US by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Boston to Lancaster?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Lancaster start from R 1 201. The average price for this train route is around R 3 156. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Lancaster?
The average train ride duration from Boston to Lancaster is 8h 12m, covering a distance of 312 miles (503 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Boston to Lancaster route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 30 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Boston to Lancaster?
The earliest train departs from Boston to Lancaster at 5:00am. And the latest train departs at 7:01pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Lancaster, PA, US was searched and found on May 21, 2026 with a price of R 1 311To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston, MA, US to Lancaster, PA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 311 to R 8 169 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Lancaster, PA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 311 which is on 2026-05-21.
