The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Lancaster, PA
Cheapest price
€52
Average price
€112
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Lancaster, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Lancaster, PA will cost around €112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.
Of the 18 trains that leave New York, NY for Lancaster, PA on Thu, Mar 19, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Mar 19 the direct trains cover the 209 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .
On Thu, Mar 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train and bus for New York, NY to Lancaster, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Lancaster, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a train costs an average of €29.
Distance: 209 km
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3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
New York, NY to Lancaster, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Lancaster, PA trains for today, Wednesday, March 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
647 Keystone Service | 6:11 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h41 | 8:52 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
97 Silver Meteor · 651 Keystone Service | 6:30 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h20 | 10:50 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1 transfer | |
649 Keystone Service | 6:44 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h13 | 9:57 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional · 651 Keystone Service | 7:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h45 | 10:50 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1 transfer | |
651 Keystone Service | 8:03 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h47 | 10:50 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2167 Acela+ 653 Keystone Service | 9:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h55 | 11:55 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1 transfer | |
655 Keystone Service | 10:35 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h52 | 1:27 AM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, March 19 | |||||
657 Keystone Service | 12:30 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h55 | 3:25 AM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
67 Northeast Regional · 605 Keystone Service | 3:23 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 8h03 | 11:26 AM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1 transfer | |
67 Northeast Regional · 601 Keystone Service | 3:23 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 6h59 | 10:22 AM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1 transfer | |
607 Keystone Service | 9:50 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h48 | 12:38 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
641 Keystone Service | 11:17 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h50 | 2:07 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
643 Keystone Service | 1:28 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h43 | 4:11 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pennsylvanian | 2:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h58 | 5:50 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
645 Keystone Service | 4:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h41 | 6:46 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional · 609 Keystone Service | 4:40 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h17 | 7:57 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1 transfer | |
609 Keystone Service | 4:54 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h03 | 7:57 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to Lancaster, PA
Trains from New York, NY to Lancaster, PA run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €29 by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 209 km distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 209 km |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 04:50 |
Last train 23:24 |
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FAQs: Trains from New York, NY to Lancaster, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Lancaster, PA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lancaster, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New York, NY to Lancaster, PA
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square
- The Hotel Lancaster
- Cork Factory Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Red Rose Transit Authority (RRTA) services available
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