I know someone who lived almost to Lancaster and commuted into Philly on Amtrak. It was 1.5 hours each way. He was in school to be a veterinarian and had several kids. His wife’s parents had a house they allowed them to live in rent free. He said he was able to do all his schoolwork while commuting, so it worked out. If you are able to fall asleep easily, you can do some of your sleeping on the train to gain some free time.