The cheapest and fastest trains from Penn Station, New York, NY to Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$111
Fastest journey
2 h 29 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penn Station, New York, NY to Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penn Station, New York, NY to Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA will cost around $111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 20 trains that leave Penn Station, New York, NY for Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA on Tue, Jun 16, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct trains cover the 211 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 43 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.
111 Northeast Regional · 607 Keystone Service4:50 AM3h50Penn Station, New York, NY8:40 AMLancaster Station, Lancaster, PA$371One-way1 transfer
651 Keystone Service4:03 PM2h46Penn Station, New York, NY6:49 PMLancaster Station, Lancaster, PA$631One-way0 transfers
607 Keystone Service5:50 AM2h50Penn Station, New York, NY8:40 AMLancaster Station, Lancaster, PA$631One-way0 transfers
609 Keystone Service12:54 PM3h03Penn Station, New York, NY3:57 PMLancaster Station, Lancaster, PA$681One-way0 transfers
645 Keystone Service12:05 PM2h39Penn Station, New York, NY2:44 PMLancaster Station, Lancaster, PA$681One-way0 transfers
641 Keystone Service+
2107 NextGen Acela7:35 AM2h29Penn Station, New York, NY10:04 AMLancaster Station, Lancaster, PA$2871One-way1 transfer
645 Keystone Service12:05 PM2h39Penn Station, New York, NY2:44 PMLancaster Station, Lancaster, PA$681One-way0 transfers
647 Keystone Service2:11 PM2h39Penn Station, New York, NY4:50 PMLancaster Station, Lancaster, PA$681One-way0 transfers
643 Keystone Service9:28 AM2h41Penn Station, New York, NY12:09 PMLancaster Station, Lancaster, PA$731One-way0 transfers
653 Keystone Service5:10 PM2h43Penn Station, New York, NY7:53 PMLancaster Station, Lancaster, PA$931One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Penn Station, New York, NY to Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penn Station, New York, NY to Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $37, and a train costs an average of $37.
Distance: 131 miles (211 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$84 Average price Cheapest | $89 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 45m.
The journey is about 7m faster (2h 33m by train vs 2h 40m by car) and roughly $5 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($84 (€68) vs $89 (€72)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Penn Station, New York, NY to Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Penn Station, New York, NY to Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA trains for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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111 Northeast Regional · 607 Keystone Service | 4:50 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h50 | 8:40 AM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1 transfer | |
607 Keystone Service | 5:50 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h50 | 8:40 AM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
641 Keystone Service | 7:17 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h47 | 10:04 AM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2107 NextGen Acela+ 641 Keystone Service | 7:35 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h29 | 10:04 AM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1 transfer | |
643 Keystone Service | 9:28 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h41 | 12:09 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pennsylvanian | 10:52 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h58 | 1:50 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
645 Keystone Service | 12:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h39 | 2:44 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional · 609 Keystone Service | 12:40 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h17 | 3:57 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1 transfer | |
609 Keystone Service | 12:54 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h03 | 3:57 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
647 Keystone Service | 2:11 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h39 | 4:50 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
97 Silver Meteor · 651 Keystone Service | 2:30 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h19 | 6:49 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1 transfer | |
649 Keystone Service | 2:44 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h13 | 5:57 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional · 651 Keystone Service | 3:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h44 | 6:49 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1 transfer | |
651 Keystone Service | 4:03 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h46 | 6:49 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2167 Acela+ 653 Keystone Service | 5:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h53 | 7:53 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1 transfer | |
653 Keystone Service | 5:10 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h43 | 7:53 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
655 Keystone Service | 6:35 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h52 | 9:27 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
657 Keystone Service | 8:30 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h47 | 11:17 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
67 Northeast Regional · 601 Keystone Service | 11:23 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 6h59 | 6:22 AM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1 transfer | |
67 Northeast Regional · 605 Keystone Service | 11:23 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 8h03 | 7:26 AM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penn Station, New York, NY to Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA
Trains from Penn Station, New York, NY to Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 131 miles (211 km) distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 131 miles (211 km) |
Average train duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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FAQs: Trains from Penn Station, New York, NY to Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penn Station, New York, NY to Lancaster Station, 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 Station, Lancaster, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Penn Station, New York, NY to Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA
- 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
- 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
