Train from Washington, DC, US to Lancaster, PA, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Washington to Lancaster on December 12
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AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Lancaster, PANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Lancaster, PANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Lancaster, PANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Lancaster, PANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Lancaster, PANo tags

Get from Washington to Lancaster

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 3 hours 57 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16train per day
3h 57mAverage Duration
89 milesDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to Lancaster, PA, US by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Washington to Lancaster?

    The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Lancaster start from $42. The average price for this train route is around $137. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Washington to Lancaster?

    The average train ride duration from Washington to Lancaster is 3h 57m, covering a distance of 89 miles (142 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 14m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.

  3. Which train operators service the Washington to Lancaster route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 16 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Washington to Lancaster?

    The earliest train departs from Washington to Lancaster at 5:00am. And the latest train departs at 6:35pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Washington to Lancaster?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Lancaster?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Washington to Lancaster?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Washington to Lancaster?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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