The cheapest and fastest trains from Lancaster, PA to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
£83
Average price
£133
Fastest journey
8 h 17 m
Average duration
8 h 25 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
509 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lancaster, PA to Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA will cost around £133 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
Of the 3 trains that leave Lancaster, PA for Boston, MA every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 509 km distance in an average of 8 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 30 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.






Live departures
Lancaster, PA to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Lancaster, PA to Boston, MA trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 19:45 Lancaster, PA | 8h30 | 04:15 Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 14:36 Lancaster, PA | 8h28 | 23:04 Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:45 Lancaster, PA | 8h17 | 02:02 Boston, MA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lancaster, PA to Boston, MA
Trains from Lancaster, PA to Boston, MA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:21. The fastest train covers the 509 km distance in 6h 34m.
Distance 509 km |
Average train duration 7h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 6h 34m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 22:21 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Lancaster, PA to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Lancaster, PA and Boston, MA from £63. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lancaster, PA to Boston, MA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster, PA to Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lancaster, PA and Boston, MA
- 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
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
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