How much does a cheap train ticket from Lancaster to New York City cost?

The average train ticket price from Lancaster to New York City is R 1 038. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Lancaster to New York City 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 Lancaster to New York City?

A train trip between Lancaster and New York City is around 2h 55m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 38m. This is the time it takes to travel the 210 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Lancaster and New York City?

The number of trains from Lancaster to New York City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Lancaster to New York City by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Lancaster to New York City?

When taking the train from Lancaster to New York City, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Lancaster to New York City from R 562 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Lancaster to New York City on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:15	Lancaster, PA	2h 48m	21:03	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	12:41	Lancaster, PA	2h 59m	15:40	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	13:45	Lancaster, PA	3h 5m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	13:45	Lancaster, PA	3h 5m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	15:45	Lancaster, PA	3h 9m	18:54	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	17:05	Lancaster, PA	3h 7m	20:12	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	19:12	Lancaster, PA	2h 51m	22:03	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	21:47	Lancaster, PA	2h 48m	00:35	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to New York City on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:45	Lancaster, PA	3h 5m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	10:05	Lancaster, PA	2h 44m	12:49	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	09:00	Lancaster, PA	3h 2m	12:02	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:55	Lancaster, PA	3h 2m	14:57	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	13:45	Lancaster, PA	3h 5m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	14:40	Lancaster, PA	2h 52m	17:32	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	17:40	Lancaster, PA	2h 54m	20:34	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	19:40	Lancaster, PA	2h 54m	22:34	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to New York City on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:05	Lancaster, PA	2h 44m	12:49	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	07:56	Lancaster, PA	2h 53m	10:49	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:55	Lancaster, PA	3h 2m	14:57	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	13:45	Lancaster, PA	3h 5m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	14:40	Lancaster, PA	2h 52m	17:32	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	17:40	Lancaster, PA	2h 54m	20:34	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	19:40	Lancaster, PA	2h 54m	22:34	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	19:40	Lancaster, PA	3h 43m	23:23	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to New York City on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:15	Lancaster, PA	2h 48m	21:03	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	08:27	Lancaster, PA	2h 38m	11:05	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	05:35	Lancaster, PA	2h 58m	08:33	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	06:34	Lancaster, PA	3h 16m	09:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	06:34	Lancaster, PA	2h 52m	09:26	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	06:34	Lancaster, PA	3h 16m	09:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	07:16	Lancaster, PA	2h 55m	10:11	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	09:34	Lancaster, PA	2h 45m	12:19	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to New York City on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:15	Lancaster, PA	2h 48m	21:03	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	08:27	Lancaster, PA	2h 38m	11:05	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	05:35	Lancaster, PA	2h 58m	08:33	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	06:34	Lancaster, PA	3h 16m	09:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	06:34	Lancaster, PA	2h 52m	09:26	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	06:34	Lancaster, PA	3h 16m	09:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	07:16	Lancaster, PA	2h 55m	10:11	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	09:34	Lancaster, PA	2h 45m	12:19	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to New York City on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:15	Lancaster, PA	2h 48m	21:03	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	08:27	Lancaster, PA	2h 38m	11:05	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	05:35	Lancaster, PA	2h 58m	08:33	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	06:34	Lancaster, PA	3h 16m	09:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	06:34	Lancaster, PA	2h 52m	09:26	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	06:34	Lancaster, PA	3h 16m	09:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	07:16	Lancaster, PA	2h 55m	10:11	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	09:34	Lancaster, PA	2h 45m	12:19	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to New York City on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	19:12	Lancaster, PA	2h 51m	22:03	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	08:27	Lancaster, PA	2h 38m	11:05	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	05:35	Lancaster, PA	2h 58m	08:33	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	06:34	Lancaster, PA	3h 16m	09:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	06:34	Lancaster, PA	2h 52m	09:26	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	06:34	Lancaster, PA	3h 16m	09:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	07:16	Lancaster, PA	2h 55m	10:11	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	09:34	Lancaster, PA	2h 45m	12:19	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to New York City on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	05:35	Lancaster, PA	2h 58m	08:33	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	08:27	Lancaster, PA	2h 38m	11:05	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	06:34	Lancaster, PA	2h 52m	09:26	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	06:34	Lancaster, PA	3h 16m	09:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	07:16	Lancaster, PA	2h 55m	10:11	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	06:34	Lancaster, PA	3h 16m	09:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	09:34	Lancaster, PA	2h 45m	12:19	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	10:36	Lancaster, PA	2h 39m	13:15	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:53 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Lancaster to New York City

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 2 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 766, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14train per day

2h 55mAverage duration

211 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 566 - R 566	Average duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 766 - R 6 936	Average duration2h 55m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 583 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Customers have generally positive feedback about the service, mentioning that everything was organized and prompt. However, some customers complain about the cold temperature on the Amtrak, as it was much colder inside than outside. Additionally, there were reports of unreliable wifi despite being on time and having plenty of room.

Amtrak Lancaster New York City recent customer reviews

We were surprised that we were sitting backwards from Philadelphia to Penn station

Vicki B.

21 February 2024

Everything was organized and prompt but the amtrak was sooo cold. it was about 70 degrees outside in both of our destinations and the air conditioning on the amtrak must have been so low I was practically shivering.

Christina M.

25 May 2023

The train was very cold

Andrea W.

16 October 2024

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Lancaster, PA, US - New York City

How much does a cheap train ticket from Lancaster to New York City cost?
The average train ticket price from Lancaster to New York City is R 1 038. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Lancaster to New York City 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 Lancaster to New York City?
A train trip between Lancaster and New York City is around 2h 55m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 38m. This is the time it takes to travel the 210 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Lancaster and New York City?
The number of trains from Lancaster to New York City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Lancaster to New York City by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Lancaster to New York City?
When taking the train from Lancaster to New York City, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

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 895

13/11

R 895

Today

R 895

15/11

R 1 789

16/11

R 1 403

17/11

R 895

18/11

R 895

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R 895

The cheapest trip from Lancaster, PA, US to New York City was searched and found on 12 Nov 2025 with a price of R 895

To 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 New York City as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 895 to R 4 191 for a train ticket from Lancaster, PA, US to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 895, which is on 2025-11-17.