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Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Hancock to Absecon. The train trip from Hancock to Absecon is usually about 6 hours and 53 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 5 hours and 48 minutes.
| Distance | 197 mi (317 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 48m |
| Lowest price | £142.60 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Hancock to Absecon?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Hancock to Absecon. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 6h 53m | £142.60 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Hancock to Absecon every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £143.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Hancock and Absecon is approximately 197 miles, or 317 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 53 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 48 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Hancock to Absecon tend to have the most passengers on Friday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Friday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Friday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Hancock at 10:00 and arrives in Absecon around 5 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Absecon to Hancock.
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Station Information
Where is the train station in Hancock?
Main departure station: Hancock, Maryland
There is one train station in Hancock.
All train stations in Hancock:
Hancock, Maryland
Where is the train station in Absecon?
Main arrival station: Shore Road and Ohio Ave
Absecon has one train station.
Train stations in Absecon:
Shore Road and Ohio Ave
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