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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Lancaster, PA | Back Bay Station | Cheapest | ||||
Amtrak + NextGen Acela | Train | Lancaster, PA | Boston Route 128, MA | Fastest | ||||
Amtrak + NextGen Acela | Train | Lancaster, PA | Back Bay Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Lancaster, PA | Back Bay Station | No tags | ||||
Amtrak + NextGen Acela | Train | Lancaster, PA | Back Bay Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lancaster to Boston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 12 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £89, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5621 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £55
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lancaster, PA, US to Boston, MA, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Lancaster to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to Boston start from £55. The average price for this train route is around £134. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Lancaster to Boston?
The average train journey time from Lancaster to Boston is 8h 18m, covering a distance of 307 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 7h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Lancaster to Boston route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 17 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lancaster to Boston?
The earliest train from Lancaster to Boston departs at 06:24. And the latest train departs at 20:55.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lancaster, PA, US to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £53To 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 Boston, MA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £53 to £380 for a train ticket from Lancaster, PA, US to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £53, which is on 2025-12-08.
