The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Lancaster, PA
Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$116
Fastest journey
3 h 27 m
Average duration
3 h 37 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
142 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Lancaster, PA will cost around $116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
It's difficult to get from Washington, DC to Lancaster, PA without transferring at least once.
176 Northeast Regional · 647 Keystone Service3:30 PM25h22Washington Union Station, Washington, DC4:52 PMLancaster Station, Lancaster, PA$741One-way1 transfer
56 Vermonter · 643 Keystone Service8:10 AM4h01Washington Union Station, Washington, DC12:11 PMLancaster Station, Lancaster, PA$741One-way1 transfer
138 Northeast Regional · 657 Keystone Service6:35 PM4h50Washington Union Station, Washington, DC11:25 PMLancaster Station, Lancaster, PA$741One-way1 transfer
176 Northeast Regional · 609 Keystone Service3:30 PM24h27Washington Union Station, Washington, DC3:57 PMLancaster Station, Lancaster, PA$741One-way1 transfer
94 Northeast Regional · 651 Keystone Service2:05 PM4h45Washington Union Station, Washington, DC6:50 PMLancaster Station, Lancaster, PA$931One-way1 transfer
184 Northeast Regional · 647 Keystone Service1:25 PM3h27Washington Union Station, Washington, DC4:52 PMLancaster Station, Lancaster, PA$1161One-way1 transfer
170 Northeast Regional · 607 Keystone Service5:05 AM3h35Washington Union Station, Washington, DC8:40 AMLancaster Station, Lancaster, PA$1161One-way1 transfer
84 Northeast Regional · 645 Keystone Service11:10 AM3h36Washington Union Station, Washington, DC2:46 PMLancaster Station, Lancaster, PA$1161One-way1 transfer
130 Northeast Regional · 641 Keystone Service6:30 AM3h37Washington Union Station, Washington, DC10:07 AMLancaster Station, Lancaster, PA$1161One-way1 transfer
94 Northeast Regional · 649 Keystone Service2:05 PM3h52Washington Union Station, Washington, DC5:57 PMLancaster Station, Lancaster, PA$931One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Washington, DC to Lancaster, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Lancaster, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a train costs an average of $37.
Distance: 88 miles (142 km)
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$86 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest |
3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to Lancaster, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Lancaster, PA trains for today, Sunday, April 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:10 PM Washington, DC | 4h36 | 3:46 AM Lancaster, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, April 13 | |||||
170 Northeast Regional · 607 Keystone Service | 9:05 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h35 | 12:40 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1 transfer | |
130 Northeast Regional · 641 Keystone Service | 10:30 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h37 | 2:07 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1 transfer | |
98 Silver Meteor · 43 Pennsylvanian | 11:03 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 6h47 | 5:50 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1 transfer | |
98 Silver Meteor · 643 Keystone Service | 11:03 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 5h08 | 4:11 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1 transfer | |
56 Vermonter · 643 Keystone Service | 12:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 4h01 | 4:11 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1 transfer | |
86 Northeast Regional · 43 Pennsylvanian | 12:50 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 5h00 | 5:50 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1 transfer | |
174 Northeast Regional · 645 Keystone Service | 2:35 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 4h11 | 6:46 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1 transfer | |
84 Northeast Regional · 645 Keystone Service | 3:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h36 | 6:46 PM Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Lancaster, PA
Trains from Washington, DC to Lancaster, PA run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 88 miles (142 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 88 miles (142 km) |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 9:50 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Lancaster, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Lancaster, PA from $37 (€30). 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 Washington, DC to Lancaster, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Lancaster, PA
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
- 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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