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

The average train ticket price from New York City to Lancaster is $66. The best way to find train tickets from New York City 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 New York City to Lancaster?

A train trip between New York City and Lancaster is around 2h 53m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 39m. This is the time it takes to travel the 130 miles that separates the two cities.

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

The number of trains from New York City to Lancaster can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 17. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from New York City to Lancaster by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from New York City to Lancaster?

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

Train New York City to Lancaster from $32 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for New York City to Lancaster on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:52am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 58m	1:50pm	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Train	7:00am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 46m	9:46am	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
Train	9:09am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 59m	12:08pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Train	3:13pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 54m	6:07pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Train	5:17pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 50m	8:07pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Lancaster on November 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 47m	8:38am	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
	Train	9:30am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 39m	12:09pm	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
	Train	7:17am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 47m	10:04am	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	6:27am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3h 37m	10:04am	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	10:52am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 58m	1:50pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Lancaster on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 47m	8:38am	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
	Train	9:30am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 39m	12:09pm	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
	Train	7:17am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 47m	10:04am	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	6:27am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3h 37m	10:04am	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	10:52am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 58m	1:50pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Lancaster on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 47m	8:38am	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
	Train	9:30am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 39m	12:09pm	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
	Train	7:17am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 47m	10:04am	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	6:27am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3h 37m	10:04am	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	10:52am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 58m	1:50pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Lancaster on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 47m	8:38am	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
	Train	9:30am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 39m	12:09pm	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
	Train	7:17am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 47m	10:04am	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	6:27am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3h 37m	10:04am	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	10:52am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 58m	1:50pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Lancaster on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 47m	8:38am	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
	Train	9:30am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 39m	12:09pm	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
	Train	7:17am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 47m	10:04am	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	6:27am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	3h 37m	10:04am	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	10:52am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 58m	1:50pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Lancaster on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:00am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 46m	9:46am	Lancaster, PA	CheapestFastest
Train	9:09am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 59m	12:08pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Train	10:52am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 58m	1:50pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Train	10:52am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 58m	1:50pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Train	1:05pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	2h 51m	3:56pm	Lancaster, PA	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Lancaster

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Lancaster. The journey takes about 3 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3h 35mAverage Duration

132 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $58	Average Duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$35 - $397	Average Duration2h 53m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,585 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5585 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $35

Amtrak New York City Lancaster recent customer reviews

Good journey only that we were a just minutes late

Inkosiinhle M.

January 2, 2024

All Was great

Patience M.

December 14, 2022

Very Satisfying

Marcelino R.

February 12, 2022

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New York City to Lancaster, PA, US by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/13

$123

11/14

$62

Today

$192

11/16

$62

11/17

$51

11/18

$51

11/19

$51

11/20

$51

The cheapest trip from New York City to Lancaster, PA, US was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $51

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from New York City to Lancaster, PA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $51 to $591 for a train ticket from New York City to Lancaster, PA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-11-17.