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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Lancaster, PA | Back Bay Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Lancaster, PA | Boston Route 128, MA | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Lancaster, PA | Back Bay Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Lancaster, PA | Back Bay Station | No tags | ||||
| 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 Train stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 8 hours 28 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 153, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5768 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 153
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 differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Lancaster to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to Boston start from R 1 153. The average price for this train route is around R 1 985. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 28m, covering a distance of 509 km. The quickest train can get 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 13 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 06:34. And the latest train departs at 21:47.
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 20 Mar 2026 with a price of R 1 163To 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 R 1 163 to R 9 913 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 R 1 163, which is on 2026-03-20.
