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

The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to New York City start from $31. The average price for this train route is around $66. 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 Lancaster to New York City?

The average train ride duration from Lancaster to New York City is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 131 miles (211 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 36m and is operated by Amtrak .

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

Several major train operators operate on this route with 14 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Lancaster to New York City?

The earliest train departs from Lancaster to New York City at 5:35am. And the latest train departs at 9:52pm.

Train Lancaster to New York City from $43 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Lancaster to New York City on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:05pm	Lancaster, PA	2h 58m	9:03pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	9:52pm	Lancaster, PA	2h 43m	12:35am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	1:45pm	Lancaster, PA	3h 5m	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Lancaster, PA	3h 5m	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	3:45pm	Lancaster, PA	3h 9m	6:54pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to New York City on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	4:55pm	Lancaster, PA	3h 17m	8:12pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:39am	Lancaster, PA	2h 36m	1:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	2h 58m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	6:24am	Lancaster, PA	3h 27m	9:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	7:16am	Lancaster, PA	2h 55m	10:11am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to New York City on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:52pm	Lancaster, PA	2h 43m	12:35am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:39am	Lancaster, PA	2h 36m	1:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	2h 58m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	6:24am	Lancaster, PA	3h 27m	9:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	6:24am	Lancaster, PA	3h 2m	9:26am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to New York City on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:40pm	Lancaster, PA	3h 43m	11:23pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	2:40pm	Lancaster, PA	2h 52m	5:32pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	9:55am	Lancaster, PA	2h 54m	12:49pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:55am	Lancaster, PA	3h 2m	2:57pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Lancaster, PA	3h 5m	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to New York City on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:55pm	Lancaster, PA	8h 16m	5:11am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	2:40pm	Lancaster, PA	2h 52m	5:32pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	9:55am	Lancaster, PA	2h 54m	12:49pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:55am	Lancaster, PA	3h 2m	2:57pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Lancaster, PA	3h 5m	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to New York City on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:05pm	Lancaster, PA	2h 58m	9:03pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:39am	Lancaster, PA	2h 36m	1:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	2h 58m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	6:24am	Lancaster, PA	3h 27m	9:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	6:24am	Lancaster, PA	3h 2m	9:26am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to New York City on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	4:55pm	Lancaster, PA	3h 17m	8:12pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:39am	Lancaster, PA	2h 36m	1:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	2h 58m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	6:24am	Lancaster, PA	3h 27m	9:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	6:24am	Lancaster, PA	3h 2m	9:26am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to New York City on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:05pm	Lancaster, PA	2h 58m	9:03pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:39am	Lancaster, PA	2h 36m	1:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	2h 58m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	6:24am	Lancaster, PA	3h 27m	9:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	6:24am	Lancaster, PA	3h 2m	9:26am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Lancaster to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4hAverage Duration

132 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $79	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$31 - $397	Average Duration2h 55m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Customers have generally positive feedback about the service, mentioning that everything was organized and prompt. However, some customers complain about the cold temperature on the Amtrak, as it was much colder inside than outside. Additionally, there were reports of unreliable wifi despite being on time and having plenty of room.

Amtrak Lancaster New York City recent customer reviews

We were surprised that we were sitting backwards from Philadelphia to Penn station

Vicki B.

February 21, 2024

Everything was organized and prompt but the amtrak was sooo cold. it was about 70 degrees outside in both of our destinations and the air conditioning on the amtrak must have been so low I was practically shivering.

Christina M.

May 25, 2023

The train was very cold

Andrea W.

October 16, 2024

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lancaster, PA, US to New York City 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 Lancaster to New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to New York City start from $31. The average price for this train route is around $66. 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 Lancaster to New York City?
The average train ride duration from Lancaster to New York City is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 131 miles (211 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 36m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Lancaster to New York City route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 14 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Lancaster to New York City?
The earliest train departs from Lancaster to New York City at 5:35am. And the latest train departs at 9:52pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/01

$80

12/02

$51

Today

$51

12/04

$51

12/05

$51

12/06

$76

12/07

$51

12/08

$51

The cheapest trip from Lancaster, PA, US to New York City was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $51

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

You can expect to pay from $51 to $241 for a train ticket from Lancaster, PA, US to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-12-04.