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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 $108, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5739 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 $108
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago 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 Chicago to Lancaster?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Lancaster start from $108. The average price for this train route is around $245. 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 Chicago to Lancaster?
The average train ride duration from Chicago to Lancaster is 18h 1m, covering a distance of 603 miles (973 km). The quickest train can get you there in 18h 1m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Chicago to Lancaster route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Chicago to Lancaster?
The earliest train departs from Chicago to Lancaster at 6:40pm. And the latest train departs at 9:30pm.
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 Jan 18, 2026 with a price of $158To 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 $158 to $2,092 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 $158 which is on 2026-01-18.
