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How to get to Lancaster by bus
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bus lines | 1 |
Stations | 1 |
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About Lancaster
Lancaster is a city in the Piedmont Region, between Baltimore and Philadelphia, primarily known for being a hub of Pennsylvania's Amish Country. One of Lancaster's most popular attractions is the Central Market, housed in an impressive structure built in 1889. Here, you can shop from over 60 vendors and sample their fresh fruits, cheeses, or baked treats and purchase handmade Amish goods unique to the area.
Lancaster also features a growing art scene, and Gallery Row downtown hosts some of the town's best boutiques, art galleries, and vintage shops. The Demuth Museum and Lancaster Museum of Art offer additional venues for culture vultures to check out. If you're visiting with kids, don't miss Dutch Wonderland just outside of town; this royal theme park includes 32 rides and activities catering to young children.
Lancaster features a vibrant food scene with plenty of selections and cuisines for even the most discerning foodies. Some local favorites include C'est La Vie, The Brasserie Restaurant & Bar, and Shot & Bottle.
Amtrak Pennsylvanian and Keystone Service trains stop in Lancaster and connect the town with Philadelphia, Harrisburg, and New York. OurBus offers intercity bus routes to Lancaster, as well. The nearest airport for passenger flights is in Philadelphia, about 60 miles away or just an hour on the train.
What bus companies travel to Lancaster, Pennsylvania?
Located in Pennsylvania, Lancaster is accessible by bus from 2 other cities. You can choose from 2 daily scheduled trips when you search for buses to Lancaster on Wanderu. OurBus usually has the most buses on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Train tickets to Lancaster are also available.
Bus companies serving Lancaster
Bus | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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OurBus | 4 | 2h 20m | $40.00 |
OurBus is an intercity bus company based in New York City. OurBus provides cheap bus tickets to some of the most popular cities in the United States. All OurBus coaches come equipped with a generous roster of amenities, including extra legroom, freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and complimentary bottled water. With cheap bus tickets, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by bus if you are looking for comfort at a good price.
Which bus carrier has the best service to Lancaster?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Lancaster by bus with OurBus giving them a 4.9 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that OurBus had the most comfortable bus service to Lancaster taking into account the seats and amenities that OurBus offers. They rate OurBus a 4.5 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Lancaster punctually, travelers suggest that OurBus has the best on time performance on their bus schedules to Lancaster, rating them a 4.7 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main bus station in Lancaster is 8 E Chestnut St. As the busiest station, it has the most bus arrivals, although some buses may make other stops in and around Lancaster.
Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Philadelphia | 1h 45m | $35.00 |
New York | 3h 35m | $50.00 |
State College | 2h 45m | $45.00 |
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