Next departures from Philadelphia to Lancaster on 30 November
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Next departures from Philadelphia to Lancaster on 1 December
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Next departures from Philadelphia to Lancaster on 2 December
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Next departures from Philadelphia to Lancaster on 3 December
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Next departures from Philadelphia to Lancaster on 4 December
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Next departures from Philadelphia to Lancaster on 5 December
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Next departures from Philadelphia to Lancaster on 6 December
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Next departures from Philadelphia to Lancaster on 7 December
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Lancaster
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Lancaster. The journey takes about 1 hour 11 minutes and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 5615 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 £14
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster, PA, 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 Philadelphia to Lancaster?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Lancaster start from £14. The average price for this train route is around £19. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Lancaster?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Lancaster is 1h 11m, covering a distance of 60 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Lancaster route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Lancaster?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Lancaster departs at 05:10. And the latest train departs at 22:05.
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The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster, PA, US was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £17
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster, PA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £17 to £38 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster, PA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £17, which is on 2025-12-02.
What's the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster, PA, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The best way to travel between Philadelphia, PA and Lancaster, PA, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £19 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £14. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Lancaster, PA, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Philadelphia, PA to Lancaster, PA, US in about 1h 11m – that's the fastest way to get there!