How much does a cheap train ticket from Boston to Lancaster cost?

The average train ticket price from Boston to Lancaster is R 4 442. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Boston to Lancaster is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Boston to Lancaster?

A train trip between Boston and Lancaster is around 7h 56m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 19m. This is the time it takes to travel the 510 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Boston and Lancaster?

The number of trains from Boston to Lancaster can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 34. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Boston to Lancaster by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Boston to Lancaster?

When taking the train from Boston to Lancaster, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

Train Boston to Lancaster from R 1 266 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Boston to Lancaster on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	13:37	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 50m	21:27	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	13:20	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 33m	19:53	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	13:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 48m	19:53	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	13:37	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 50m	21:27	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	13:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 48m	19:53	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	13h 51m	08:36	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	13h 51m	08:36	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	13:11	Back Bay Station	6h 42m	19:53	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Lancaster on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	09:40	South Station (Train Terminal)	8h 27m	18:07	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	13:23	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 44m	20:07	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	06:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 45m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:35	South Station (Train Terminal)	9h 21m	15:56	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	06:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 45m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:35	South Station (Train Terminal)	9h 21m	15:56	Lancaster, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:35	South Station (Train Terminal)	8h 21m	15:56	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	09:40	South Station (Train Terminal)	8h 27m	18:07	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Lancaster on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:45	South Station (Train Terminal)	11h 37m	06:22	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	13:23	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 44m	20:07	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
	Train	06:35	South Station (Train Terminal)	8h 29m	15:04	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 2m	18:07	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:35	South Station (Train Terminal)	8h 29m	15:04	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 2m	18:07	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:35	South Station (Train Terminal)	9h 21m	15:56	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	13:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	6h 57m	20:07	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Lancaster on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	08:12	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 45m	15:57	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	13:20	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 33m	19:53	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	05:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 4m	12:09	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	05:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 4m	12:09	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	8h 34m	14:44	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:15	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 29m	14:44	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Lancaster on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	13:20	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 33m	19:53	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	05:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 4m	12:09	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	05:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 4m	12:09	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	8h 34m	14:44	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	8h 34m	14:44	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:15	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 29m	14:44	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Lancaster on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:15	Back Bay Station	7h 35m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	13:20	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 33m	19:53	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	05:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 4m	12:09	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	05:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 4m	12:09	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	8h 34m	14:44	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:15	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 29m	14:44	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Lancaster on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	8h 34m	14:44	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	13:20	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 33m	19:53	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	05:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 4m	12:09	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	05:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 4m	12:09	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	8h 34m	14:44	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:15	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 29m	14:44	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:43 PM 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 2 086, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

10h 20mAverage duration

509 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 086 - R 2 322	Average duration10h 20m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 204 - R 13 099	Average duration7h 56m	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 583 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi4

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions on the trip Boston, MA, US - Lancaster, PA, US

How much does a cheap train ticket from Boston to Lancaster cost?
The average train ticket price from Boston to Lancaster is R 4 442. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Boston to Lancaster is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Boston to Lancaster?
A train trip between Boston and Lancaster is around 7h 56m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 19m. This is the time it takes to travel the 510 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Boston and Lancaster?
The number of trains from Boston to Lancaster can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 34. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Boston to Lancaster by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Boston to Lancaster?
When taking the train from Boston to Lancaster, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/11

R 2 320

13/11

R 3 990

Today

R 4 921

15/11

R 3 128

16/11

R 5 975

17/11

R 2 320

18/11

R 2 320

19/11

R 2 303

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Lancaster, PA, US was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 303

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 2 303 to R 8 558 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 2 303, which is on 2025-11-19.