How much does a train ticket cost from Harrisburg to Lancaster?

The cheapest train tickets from Harrisburg to Lancaster start from £12. The average price for this train route is around £12. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Harrisburg to Lancaster?

The average train journey time from Harrisburg to Lancaster is 33m, covering a distance of 34 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 30m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Harrisburg to Lancaster route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Harrisburg to Lancaster?

The earliest train from Harrisburg to Lancaster departs at 05:00. And the latest train departs at 21:20.

Train Harrisburg to Lancaster from £8 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Harrisburg to Lancaster on 27 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:05	Harrisburg, PA	36m	13:41	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Train	09:20	Harrisburg, PA	32m	09:52	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
Train	07:20	Harrisburg, PA	34m	07:54	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Train	08:30	Harrisburg, PA	33m	09:03	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Train	11:20	Harrisburg, PA	33m	11:53	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to Lancaster on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:05	Harrisburg, PA	36m	13:41	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Train	07:55	Harrisburg, PA	30m	08:25	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
Train	05:00	Harrisburg, PA	33m	05:33	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Train	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	37m	06:22	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Train	06:40	Harrisburg, PA	33m	07:13	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to Lancaster on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:00	Harrisburg, PA	33m	05:33	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Train	07:55	Harrisburg, PA	30m	08:25	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
Train	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	37m	06:22	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Train	06:40	Harrisburg, PA	33m	07:13	Lancaster, PA	No tags
Train	09:00	Harrisburg, PA	33m	09:33	Lancaster, PA	No tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Lancaster. The journey takes about 33 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

33mAverage duration

34 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£11 - £11	Average duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£12 - £18	Average duration33m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,607 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5607 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £12

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Harrisburg to Lancaster, PA, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Harrisburg to Lancaster?
The cheapest train tickets from Harrisburg to Lancaster start from £12. The average price for this train route is around £12. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Harrisburg to Lancaster?
The average train journey time from Harrisburg to Lancaster is 33m, covering a distance of 34 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Harrisburg to Lancaster route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Harrisburg to Lancaster?
The earliest train from Harrisburg to Lancaster departs at 05:00. And the latest train departs at 21:20.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

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£11

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£11

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£11

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£8

The cheapest trip from Harrisburg to Lancaster, PA, US was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £8

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

You can expect to pay from £8 to £28 for a train ticket from Harrisburg to Lancaster, PA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2025-12-01.