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

The average train ticket price from Lancaster to New York City is $54. The best way to find 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 36m. This is the time it takes to travel the 130 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains 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 have layovers. 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.

What are the best sights and things to do in New York City?

Once in New York City, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Metropolitan Museum of Art, Empire State Building, Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), Bronx Zoo, Central Park.

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

Next train departures

Next departures for Lancaster to New York City on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:47pm	Lancaster, PA	2h 48m	12:35am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	6:15pm	Lancaster, PA	2h 48m	9:03pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	12:41pm	Lancaster, PA	2h 59m	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Lancaster, PA	3h 5m	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	3:45pm	Lancaster, PA	3h 9m	6:54pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to New York City on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:45pm	Lancaster, PA	3h 5m	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	10:05am	Lancaster, PA	2h 44m	12:49pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	7:56am	Lancaster, PA	2h 53m	10:49am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:00am	Lancaster, PA	3h 2m	12:02pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:55am	Lancaster, PA	3h 2m	2:57pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to New York City on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:40pm	Lancaster, PA	2h 54m	10:34pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	10:05am	Lancaster, PA	2h 44m	12:49pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	7:56am	Lancaster, PA	2h 53m	10:49am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:55am	Lancaster, PA	3h 2m	2:57pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Lancaster, PA	3h 5m	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to New York City on November 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:39am	Lancaster, PA	2h 36m	1:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	2h 58m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	6:24am	Lancaster, PA	3h 26m	9:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	6:24am	Lancaster, PA	3h 2m	9:26am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	6:24am	Lancaster, PA	3h 26m	9:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to New York City on November 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	2h 58m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:39am	Lancaster, PA	2h 36m	1:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	6:24am	Lancaster, PA	3h 2m	9:26am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	6:24am	Lancaster, PA	3h 26m	9:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	7:16am	Lancaster, PA	2h 55m	10:11am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to New York City on November 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	2h 58m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:39am	Lancaster, PA	2h 36m	1:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	6:24am	Lancaster, PA	3h 2m	9:26am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	6:24am	Lancaster, PA	3h 26m	9:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	7:16am	Lancaster, PA	2h 55m	10:11am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to New York City on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:05am	Lancaster, PA	2h 57m	12:02pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	2:40pm	Lancaster, PA	2h 52m	5:32pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	7:56am	Lancaster, PA	2h 53m	10:49am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:55am	Lancaster, PA	2h 54m	12:49pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:55am	Lancaster, PA	3h 2m	2:57pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to New York City on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	2h 58m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:39am	Lancaster, PA	2h 36m	1:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	6:24am	Lancaster, PA	3h 2m	9:26am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	6:24am	Lancaster, PA	3h 27m	9:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	7:16am	Lancaster, PA	2h 55m	10:11am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Lancaster to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4hAverage Duration

131 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $79	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$31 - $264	Average Duration2h 55m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,597 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.

February 21, 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.

May 25, 2023

The train was very cold

Andrea W.

October 16, 2024

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

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

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Which train companies travel from Lancaster to New York City?
What are the best sights and things to do in New York City?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/19

$51

11/20

$51

Today

$56

11/22

$102

11/23

$125

11/24

$80

11/25

$80

11/26

$80

The cheapest trip from Lancaster, PA, US to New York City was searched and found on Nov 19, 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 Lancaster, PA, US to New York City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $51 to $241 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 $80 which is on 2025-11-24.

What's the cheapest way to go from Lancaster, PA, US to New York City?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time4h	Avg Price$58	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2h 55m	Avg Price$54	Daily Departures14

The best way to travel between Lancaster, PA, US and New York City is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $54 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $31. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to New York City, choose the train, as it will take you from Lancaster, PA, US to New York City in about 2h 55m - that's the fastest way to get there!