- Must visit
Spring Mill State Park Memorial Museum
Interpretive museum at Spring Mill State Park with exhibits on local geology, pioneer life, and southern Indiana history.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancaster, PA to Paoli, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, while a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 44 miles (71 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$20 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 13m Average total duration Fastest 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 27m sooner (43m by train vs 1h 10m by car). Tickets start at around $20 compared to roughly $10 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Lancaster, PA to Paoli, PA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 41m.
Distance 44 miles (71 km) |
Average train duration 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 41m |
First train 5:06 AM |
Last train 10:32 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Paoli, PA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paoli, PA trip today.
Interpretive museum at Spring Mill State Park with exhibits on local geology, pioneer life, and southern Indiana history.
Regional museum in Bedford covering limestone industry, local culture, and artifacts that shaped south-central Indiana.
Local history museum in Salem with exhibits on Washington County heritage, genealogy, and objects from everyday life.
Popular state park area near Paoli known for forest trails, cave sites, and a restored pioneer village with broad family appeal.
Scenic recreation area by Paoli with hiking, camping, fishing, and lake views that make it a relaxing outdoor stop.
Downtown main street area in Paoli with courthouse views, local shops, and a small-town setting for a casual stroll.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster, PA to Paoli, 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 Paoli, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lancaster, PA to Paoli, PA trains use the Lancaster Station to Paoli Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Lancaster, PA and Paoli, PA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lancaster Station is 1 km from Lancaster city centre. Public transport options include:
Lancaster Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Lancaster Station.
Ticket office support is available at Lancaster Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lancaster Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lancaster Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lancaster Station: Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lancaster Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square, The Hotel Lancaster, Cork Factory Hotel.
Paoli Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Paoli Station.
Ticket office support is available at Paoli Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Paoli Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paoli Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paoli Station.
Nearby hotels include The Airdrie at Paoli Station, Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Great Valley/Malvern, Homewood Suites by Hilton Philadelphia-Great Valley.
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