The cheapest and fastest trains from Lancaster, PA to New York, NY
Cheapest price
48S$
Average price
131S$
Fastest journey
2 h 36 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lancaster, PA to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lancaster, PA to New York, NY will cost around 131S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 48S$.
Of the 18 trains that leave Lancaster, PA for New York, NY every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 209 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 48 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.
622 Keystone Service · 66 Northeast Regional9:47 PM7h24Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA5:11 AMPenn Station, New York, NY48 S$1One-way1 change
654 Keystone Service · 138 Northeast Regional5:05 PM5h12Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA10:17 PMPenn Station, New York, NY69 S$1One-way1 change
656 Keystone Service6:15 PM2h48Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA9:03 PMPenn Station, New York, NY82 S$1One-way0 changes
658 Keystone Service7:12 PM2h51Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA10:03 PMPenn Station, New York, NY82 S$1One-way0 changes
626 Keystone Service8:32 PM2h42Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA11:14 PMPenn Station, New York, NY82 S$1One-way0 changes
648 Keystone Service10:39 AM2h36Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA1:15 PMPenn Station, New York, NY94 S$1One-way0 changes
644 Keystone Service8:27 AM2h38Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA11:05 AMPenn Station, New York, NY120 S$1One-way0 changes
626 Keystone Service8:32 PM2h42Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA11:14 PMPenn Station, New York, NY82 S$1One-way0 changes
646 Keystone Service9:34 AM2h45Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA12:19 PMPenn Station, New York, NY88 S$1One-way0 changes
656 Keystone Service6:15 PM2h48Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA9:03 PMPenn Station, New York, NY82 S$1One-way0 changes
Live departures
Lancaster, PA to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Lancaster, PA to New York, NY trains for today, Monday, 29 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
656 Keystone Service | 6:15 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 2h48 | 9:03 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
658 Keystone Service | 7:12 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 2h51 | 10:03 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
626 Keystone Service | 8:32 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 2h42 | 11:14 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
622 Keystone Service · 66 Northeast Regional | 9:47 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 7h24 | 5:11 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
| Tuesday, 30 June | |||||
640 Keystone Service | 5:35 AM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 2h58 | 8:33 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
642 Keystone Service | 6:24 AM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 3h02 | 9:26 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
600 Keystone Service | 7:16 AM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 2h55 | 10:11 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
644 Keystone Service · 86 Northeast Regional | 8:27 AM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 3h48 | 12:15 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
644 Keystone Service | 8:27 AM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 2h38 | 11:05 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
644 Keystone Service · 56 Vermonter | 8:27 AM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 2h54 | 11:21 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
646 Keystone Service | 9:34 AM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 2h45 | 12:19 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
648 Keystone Service · 174 Northeast Regional | 10:39 AM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 3h35 | 2:14 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
648 Keystone Service | 10:39 AM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 2h36 | 1:15 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
650 Keystone Service | 12:46 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 2h54 | 3:40 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
42 Pennsylvanian | 1:45 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 3h05 | 4:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
652 Keystone Service | 3:45 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 3h09 | 6:54 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
654 Keystone Service | 5:05 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 3h07 | 8:12 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
654 Keystone Service · 138 Northeast Regional | 5:05 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 5h12 | 10:17 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lancaster, PA to New York, NY
Trains from Lancaster, PA to New York, NY run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 48S$ if you book in advance.
There are 10 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 42m.
Distance 209 km |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price 48S$ |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 11:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
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FAQs: Lancaster, PA to New York, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster, PA to New York, NY 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 New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lancaster, PA and New York, NY
- 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
- 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
