How much is the train ticket from Boston to Lancaster?

The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Lancaster start from $68. The average price for this train route is around $140. 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 9m, covering a distance of 314 miles (507 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 28 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 5:05am. And the latest train departs at 7:01pm.

Train Boston to Lancaster from $65 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Boston to Lancaster on April 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 37m	6:22am	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	1:20pm	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 35m	7:55pm	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	1:50pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	7:15am	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 31m	2:46pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	1:50pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Lancaster on April 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:12am	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 45m	3:57pm	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	1:20pm	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 35m	7:55pm	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	1:50pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	7:15am	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 31m	2:46pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	1:50pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Lancaster on April 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:12am	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 45m	3:57pm	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	1:20pm	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 35m	7:55pm	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	1:50pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	7:15am	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 31m	2:46pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	1:50pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Lancaster on April 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:12am	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 45m	3:57pm	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	1:20pm	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 35m	7:55pm	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	1:50pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	7:15am	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 31m	2:46pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	1:50pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Lancaster on April 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:40am	South Station (Train Terminal)	8h 27m	6:07pm	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	1:23pm	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 44m	8:07pm	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	6:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 45m	1:50pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	6:35am	South Station (Train Terminal)	9h 21m	3:56pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	6:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 45m	1:50pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Lancaster on April 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 37m	6:22am	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	1:23pm	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 44m	8:07pm	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
	Train	6:35am	South Station (Train Terminal)	8h 29m	3:04pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	1:10pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 57m	8:07pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	6:35am	South Station (Train Terminal)	8h 29m	3:04pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Lancaster on April 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 37m	6:22am	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	1:20pm	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 35m	7:55pm	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	1:50pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	7:15am	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 31m	2:46pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	6:10am	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	1:50pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:03 PM EDT.

Get from Boston to Lancaster

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 8 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28train per day

8h 9mAverage Duration

314 milesDistance

46kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,784 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5784 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 $68

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

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 $68. The average price for this train route is around $140. 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 9m, covering a distance of 314 miles (507 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 28 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 5:05am. 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.

Best price found

04/04

$346

04/05

$424

Today

$342

04/07

$134

04/08

$134

04/09

$229

04/10

$282

04/11

$233

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Lancaster, PA, US was searched and found on Apr 7, 2026 with a price of $134

To 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 $134 to $484 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 $134 which is on 2026-04-07.