Train from Boston, MA, US to Lancaster, PA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Boston to Lancaster on 2 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
South Station (Train Terminal)
Lancaster, PACheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
Train
Boston Route 128, MA
Lancaster, PAFastest
AmtrakTrain
South Station (Train Terminal)
Lancaster, PANo tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak
Train
South Station (Train Terminal)
Lancaster, PANo tags
AmtrakTrain
South Station (Train Terminal)
Lancaster, PANo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:49 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to Lancaster

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Lancaster. The journey takes about 10 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 964, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
10h 20mAverage duration
509 kmDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 1 964 - R 2 187Average duration10h 20m
13kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 117 - R 9 354Average duration8h 13m
46kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Lancaster, PA, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Boston to Lancaster?

    The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Lancaster start from R 1 117. The average price for this train route is around R 3 035. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Boston to Lancaster?

    The average train journey time from Boston to Lancaster is 8h 13m, covering a distance of 509 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 14m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Boston to Lancaster route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 27 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Lancaster?

    The earliest train from Boston to Lancaster departs at 05:05. And the latest train departs at 19:01.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
30/01
R 3 740
31/01
R 2 946
Today
R 2 913
02/02
R 1 655
03/02
R 1 291
04/02
R 1 076
05/02
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Lancaster, PA, US was searched and found on 04 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 076

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 R 1 076 to R 7 695 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 R 1 076, which is on 2026-02-04.

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