Bedroom
- Power plugs
- Extra legroom
- Free Drinks
- Free meal
- Lounge Access
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£18
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£20
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 4 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 8 m
Trains on 18 Sept
15
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lancaster, PA to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 15 trains from Lancaster, PA to Philadelphia, PA, including 15 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 11 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.
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650Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancaster, PA to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £19, while a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 98 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 16m faster (1h 11m by train vs 1h 27m by car) and roughly £2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£19 vs £21). 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.
The table below shows live departures for Lancaster, PA to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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640 | 5:30 Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1h15 | 6:45 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
640 | 5:30 Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1h38 | 7:08 North Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
642 | 6:29 Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1h21 | 7:50 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
600 | 7:11 Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1h22 | 8:33 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
644 | 8:22 Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1h08 | 9:30 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
646 | 9:34 Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1h07 | 10:41 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
648 | 10:36 Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1h04 | 11:40 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
650 | 12:41 Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1h11 | 13:52 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
42 | 13:45 Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1h14 | 14:59 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
652 | 15:40 Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1h18 | 16:58 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
654 | 17:05 Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1h21 | 18:26 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
656 | 18:15 Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1h13 | 19:28 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
658 | 19:12 Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1h13 | 20:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
626 | 20:32 Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1h08 | 21:40 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
622 | 21:42 Lancaster Station, Lancaster, PA | 1h13 | 22:55 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Lancaster, PA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 98 km distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 98 km |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 4:40 |
Last train 22:06 |
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Discover the best of Philadelphia, PA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Philadelphia, PA trip today.
Major art museum with wide-ranging collections and the famous steps. Worth visiting for both the galleries and the skyline views outside.
Engaging science museum with hands-on exhibits, a planetarium, and family-friendly displays. Good for curious visitors of all ages.
Compact museum focused on Rodin sculptures in a peaceful Beaux-Arts setting. Ideal for a quieter art stop near the Parkway.
Historic square and green in the Old City area, surrounded by major independence sites. Useful as a starting point for walking the district.
Popular urban trail and park along the Delaware River with lawns, hammocks, seasonal attractions, and open river views.
Large riverside park with boat houses, trails, and skyline views. Excellent for walking, running, and seeing a greener side of the city.
A long roll filled with thinly sliced beef and melted cheese, often with fried onions. It is Philadelphia’s signature street-food sandwich.
A soft pretzel with a figure-of-eight shape and chewy texture, commonly sold by street vendors and bakeries across the city.
A roast pork sandwich with slow-roasted pork, sharp provolone and broccoli rabe. It is a classic Italian-American Philadelphia speciality.
Historic indoor market with many traders serving roast pork, pretzels, pastries and other Philadelphia staples in a lively casual setting.
Classic South Philadelphia sandwich shop best known for roast pork sandwiches with broccoli rabe and sharp provolone.
Established restaurant serving refined Pennsylvania Dutch and Mid-Atlantic cooking in an elegant but relaxed City Center dining room.
Moderate for US city breaks: hotels are often pricey, but dining and SEPTA fares are reasonable for tourists.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis: 10-15%. Cafés: small change or $1 per drink is common.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster, PA to Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lancaster, PA to Philadelphia, PA trains use the Lancaster Station to 30th Street Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Lancaster, PA and Philadelphia, 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.
30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
30th Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.
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