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Elizabethtown to Downingtown Train Schedule

Trip Summary

You can pick from 10 daily train trips between Elizabethtown and Downingtown. The average train journey from Elizabethtown to Downingtown takes 47 minutes, but some Amtrak Keystone Service train trips are as short as 43 minutes.

Distance49 mi (78 km)
Fastest train0h 43m
Lowest price$17.00
Trains per day10
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Keystone Service
Train lines1

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Which train should you take from Elizabethtown to Downingtown?

Amtrak Keystone Service is the one and only train line which connects Elizabethtown to Downingtown. However, there are 10 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Keystone Service100h 48m$17.38
  • The Keystone Service is a daily train service that Amtrak operates from New York City to Harrisburg, PA. The route is notable for its high-speed rail portions, where the train can reach up to 125 mph. This speed means the trip from Elizabethtown to Downingtown takes just 0 hours and 48 minutes on the Keystone Service. The train’s amenities include free WiFi, onboard restrooms, power outlets, and a Quiet Car for those who prefer to sleep, work, or study in a quieter atmosphere. Tickets on this route usually cost , but if you book in advance, you may be able to score a $17 ticket.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Elizabethtown to Downingtown

The distance between Elizabethtown and Downingtown is approximately 49 miles, or 78 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 47 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 43 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Downingtown.

Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Elizabethtown to Downingtown. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Elizabethtown at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 10 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Elizabethtown to Downingtown.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Downingtown to Elizabethtown.

City Information

Elizabethtown

Elizabethtown, PA, US - ELT-0

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Elizabethtown is a quaint borough in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The small town was mostly agricultural until the 1900s and is home to Elizabethtown College, which makes it popular among students. It's a fun destination for art, outdoor adventure, and community. Hikers and outdoor enthusiasts enjoy visiting the Conewago Recreation Trail and Old Trolly Line Park. The town is great for family-friendly activities, like a visit to the National Christmas Center Family Attraction & Museum and go-karts, arcades, and laser tags at Adventure Sports in Hershey. Elizabethtown is also home to the Winters Heritage House Museum, which holds the town's history.

Elizabethtown is known for having a vibrant wine scene, and you can enjoy wine tasting and vineyard tours at the Nissley Vineyards Winery & Estate and the Grandview Vineyard. Moo-Duck Brewery is also popular in the town. The city's agricultural roots have also helped evolve the Masonic Village Farm Market, Elizabethtown Fair Grounds, and Ironstone Ranch, which are excellent ways to find fresh produce and delicious food.

You can get to Elizabethtown when traveling by train from over 100 neighboring cities. Amtrak provides these at the Elizabethtown Train Station. The town offers bus routes for moving around and is walkable and bikeable.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Elizabethtown?

Main departure station: 50 S Wilson Ave

There is one train station in Elizabethtown.

All train stations in Elizabethtown:

  • 50 S Wilson Ave

Where is the train station in Downingtown?

Main arrival station: West Lancaster Ave and Stuart Ave

Downingtown has one train station.

All train stations in Downingtown:

  • West Lancaster Ave and Stuart Ave

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