The cheapest and fastest trains from Hartford, CT to Lancaster, PA
Cheapest price
$138
Average price
$138
Fastest journey
7 h 26 m
Average duration
7 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
360 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hartford, CT 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 Hartford, CT to Lancaster, PA will cost around $138 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $138.
Of the 1 trains that leave Hartford, CT for Lancaster, PA on Wed, Jun 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct trains cover the 360 km distance in an average of 7 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 26 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest trains will take 7 h 26 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.
11:24 AM7h26Hartford, CT6:50 PMLancaster, PA$1381One-way0 transfers
11:24 AM7h26Hartford, CT6:50 PMLancaster, PA$1381One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Hartford, CT to Lancaster, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hartford, CT to Lancaster, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $79. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $79, and a train costs an average of $79.
Distance: 223 miles (360 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$115 Average price Cheapest | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 9m Average total duration Fastest 5h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $115 (€93) compared to roughly $54 (€43) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-61.19 (€-49.40). The journey takes 5h 39m versus 4h 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Hartford, CT to Lancaster, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Hartford, CT to Lancaster, PA trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:24 AM Hartford, CT | 7h26 | 6:50 PM Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hartford, CT to Lancaster, PA
Trains from Hartford, CT to Lancaster, PA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 (€64) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 17:14. The fastest train covers the 223 miles (360 km) distance in 6h 28m.
Distance 223 miles (360 km) |
Average train duration 5h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $79 (€64) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 28m |
First train 4:51 AM |
Last train 5:14 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Amtrak from Hartford, CT to Lancaster, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Hartford, CT and Lancaster, PA from $79 (€64). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Hartford, CT to Lancaster, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hartford, CT 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 Hartford, CT to Lancaster, PA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available with multiple access points around the station.
- Salute
- Max Downtown
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- The Goodwin Hotel
- Hilton Hartford
- Marriott Hartford Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- 4 places, covered
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and CTrail services
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTfastrak
- Local bus services
- 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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