How do I get from Lancaster to New York without a car?

You can take a bus or a train to go from Lancaster to New York. The two options are easy and eco-friendly ways to reach New York. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus trip from Lancaster to New York?

Traveling from Lancaster to New York takes about 3h 30m on average, but you can get there in as little as 3h 30m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 130 miles (210 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Lancaster from New York?

The distance separating Lancaster and New York is 130 miles (210 km).

What is the cheapest way to travel from Lancaster to New York?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, go for the bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $33.

How much does a bus ticket from Lancaster to New York cost?

You can expect to pay around $33 for a bus ticket. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $33 and $33, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

What are the best sights and things to do in New York?

Once in New York, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, Washington Square Park, The Shed, Whitney Museum of American Art and Times Square.

Lancaster (PA), US to New York Bus Tickets

Compare 2 ways to go from Lancaster to New York.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $33	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$35 - $193	Average Duration2h 58m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Lancaster to New York

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach New York. The journey takes about 2 hours 58 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14train per day

2h 58mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest ticket

19kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Lancaster to New York: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$33

Average bus trip duration3h 30m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure6:00am

Distance131 miles (211 km)

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OurBus

4/53,052 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.2

With about 1 daily trips between Lancaster and New York, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

OurBus Lancaster New York recent customer reviews

The lady who drove the bus is a very helpful and pleasant person. I hope all your staff are like her.

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November 27, 2019

Everything was great!

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November 16, 2020

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Lancaster to New York Bus

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Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Lancaster to New York but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Lancaster to New York, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Lancaster to New York that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Lancaster to New York while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

What's the cheapest way to go from Lancaster to New York?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time3h 30m	Avg Price$33	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2h 58m	Avg Price$54	Daily Departures14

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Bus from Lancaster to New York

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