Frederick, MD, USA to Lancaster, PA, USA from $9: 5 ways by bus, train, flight or car

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$9 by trainBest price

117 kmDistance

1h 54m Fastest

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Frederick - Lancaster operators

Explore transport companies operating between Frederick and Lancaster, with prices starting at . These companies offer competitive pricing, flexible schedules, and comfortable travel experiences.

Bus

Contact phone

+1 410-912-6000

Website

bayrunnershuttle.com

Bus from Frederick Bayrunner Office to BWI Amtrak Station

Average Duration

55m

Estimated price

$92-5480

Bus from Frederick Bus Station to Baltimore Downtown Bus Terminal, Baltimore, MD

Average Duration

1h 5m

Estimated price

$92-5480

Train

Contact phone

+1 800-872-7245

Website

https://www.amtrak.com/home.html

Train from FREDERICK MARC eb to Washington Union Station

Average Duration

1h 40m

Estimated price

$98-5020

Train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Station

Average Duration

1h 55m

Estimated price

$24-6650

Train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to 30th Street Station

Average Duration

1h 28m

Estimated price

$665-6650

Train from 30th Street Station to Lancaster

Average Duration

1h 13m

Estimated price

$98-6690

Train from Harrisburg to Lancaster

Average Duration

33m

Estimated price

$5023-661

Contact phone

1-866-743-3682

Website

https://www.mta.maryland.gov

Train from FREDERICK MARC eb to ROCKVILLE MARC eb

Average Duration

58m

Estimated price

$98-5022

Plane

Website

iflysouthern.com

Plane from Washington Dulles (IAD) to Lancaster (LNS)

Average Duration

Estimated price

$663-664

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Contact phone

+1 202-637-7000

Website

wmata.com

Other from Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform to Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platform

Average Duration

53m

Estimated price

$95-5025

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The distance between Frederick and Lancaster is approximately 117.5 km by road. By train, it takes around 5 hours and 45 minutes to travel from Frederick to Lancaster. If you choose to take a bus and then a train via Philadelphia, the travel time is approximately 4 hours and 58 minutes. Driving by car takes around 1 hour and 54 minutes to reach Frederick from Lancaster.

The most cost-effective and time-efficient transportation option for traveling from Frederick to Lancaster is to drive. It takes approximately 1 hour and 54 minutes to cover the distance of 117.5 km by car. The cost of driving is estimated to be around $16-$24, which is cheaper compared to other modes of transportation such as trains or buses.

The prices for a train ticket between Frederick and Lancaster can range from $9 to $502, depending on the type of ticket and class.

To get from Frederick to Lancaster without using public transportation, the most convenient option would be to drive. The driving distance is approximately 143.2 km, and it usually takes about 1 hour and 54 minutes to reach Lancaster by car. The price for this journey can vary, but it typically ranges from $16 to $24, depending on factors such as gas prices and tolls.

The best way to travel from Frederick to Lancaster without a car is by taking a bus and train via Philadelphia. This option takes approximately 4 hours and 58 minutes and the cost can range from $65 to $550.

No, there is no direct train link between Frederick and Lancaster. However, there are options available to travel between the two cities. One option is to take a train from Frederick to Washington Union Station, then transfer to another train that goes to Philadelphia, and from there, take a train to Lancaster. This journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5 hours and 45 minutes. Alternatively, one could also take a combination of bus and train, with the first bus leg from Frederick to Philadelphia, and then transfer to a train to reach Lancaster, which takes around 4 hours and 58 minutes.

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