Next train departures

Next departures from Boston to Lancaster on 27 July
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	08:28	Boston Route 128, MA	7h 29m	15:57	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	13:15	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 38m	19:53	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	05:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 9m	12:09	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	05:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 9m	12:09	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	8h 34m	14:44	Lancaster, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 44m	14:44	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Lancaster on 28 July
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	09:20	South Station (Train Terminal)	8h 37m	17:57	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	13:15	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 38m	19:53	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	05:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 9m	12:09	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	05:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 9m	12:09	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	8h 34m	14:44	Lancaster, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 44m	14:44	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Lancaster on 29 July
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	09:20	South Station (Train Terminal)	8h 37m	17:57	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	13:15	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 38m	19:53	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	05:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 9m	12:09	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	05:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 9m	12:09	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	8h 34m	14:44	Lancaster, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 44m	14:44	Lancaster, PA	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Lancaster on 30 July
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	09:26	Back Bay Station	8h 31m	17:57	Lancaster, PA	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	13:15	Boston Route 128, MA	6h 38m	19:53	Lancaster, PA	Fastest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	05:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 9m	12:09	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	05:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 9m	12:09	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 40m	13:50	Lancaster, PA	No tags
	Train	06:10	South Station (Train Terminal)	8h 34m	14:44	Lancaster, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	07:00	South Station (Train Terminal)	7h 44m	14:44	Lancaster, PA	No tags

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Get from Boston to Lancaster

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 7 hours 56 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 108, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

34train per day

7h 56mAverage duration

503 kmDistance

46kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55 845 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

Based on 5845 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 108

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Lancaster, PA, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Boston to Lancaster?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Lancaster start from R 1 108. The average price for this train route is around R 3 192. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Lancaster?
The average train journey time from Boston to Lancaster is 7h 56m, covering a distance of 503 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Boston to Lancaster route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 34 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Lancaster?
The earliest train from Boston to Lancaster departs at 05:00. And the latest train departs at 19:01.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

22/07

R 1 377

23/07

R 2 341

Today

R 1 756

25/07

R 1 825

26/07

R 2 307

27/07

R 3 116

28/07

R 1 395

29/07

R 1 171

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Lancaster, PA, US was searched and found on 29 Jul 2026 with a price of R 1 171

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston, MA, US to Lancaster, PA, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 171 to R 8 417 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Lancaster, PA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 171, which is on 2026-07-29.