The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Harrisburg, PA
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€34
Fastest journey
1 h 43 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Harrisburg, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Harrisburg, PA will cost around €34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 5 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Harrisburg, PA on Tue, May 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 05 the direct trains cover the 151 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 43 m .
On Tue, May 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 48 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
5:41 PM1h45Philadelphia, PA7:26 PMHarrisburg, PA€301One-way0 transfers
5:42 PM1h44Philadelphia, PA7:26 PMHarrisburg, PA€331One-way0 transfers
12:30 PM1h43Philadelphia, PA2:13 PMHarrisburg, PA€341One-way0 transfers
4:00 PM1h47Philadelphia, PA5:47 PMHarrisburg, PA€361One-way0 transfers
1:13 AM1h48Philadelphia, PA3:01 AMHarrisburg, PA€371One-way0 transfers
12:30 PM1h43Philadelphia, PA2:13 PMHarrisburg, PA€341One-way0 transfers
5:42 PM1h44Philadelphia, PA7:26 PMHarrisburg, PA€331One-way0 transfers
5:41 PM1h45Philadelphia, PA7:26 PMHarrisburg, PA€301One-way0 transfers
4:00 PM1h47Philadelphia, PA5:47 PMHarrisburg, PA€361One-way0 transfers
1:13 AM1h48Philadelphia, PA3:01 AMHarrisburg, PA€371One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Harrisburg, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Harrisburg, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €311.
Distance: 151 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€34 Average price Cheapest | €38 Average price | €382 Average price |
2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Harrisburg, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Harrisburg, PA trains for today, Monday, May 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:39 PM Philadelphia, PA | 2h00 | 11:39 PM Harrisburg, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, May 5 | |||||
![]() | 1:13 AM Philadelphia, PA | 1h48 | 3:01 AM Harrisburg, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM Philadelphia, PA | 1h43 | 2:13 PM Harrisburg, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Philadelphia, PA | 1h47 | 5:47 PM Harrisburg, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:41 PM Philadelphia, PA | 1h45 | 7:26 PM Harrisburg, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:42 PM Philadelphia, PA | 1h44 | 7:26 PM Harrisburg, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Harrisburg, PA
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Harrisburg, PA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 151 km distance in 1h 36m.
Distance 151 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 36m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 10:06 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Harrisburg, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Harrisburg, PA from €15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Harrisburg, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Harrisburg, PA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Harrisburg, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Harrisburg, PA
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- The Millworks
- Bricco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hilton Harrisburg
- Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey
- Radisson Hotel Harrisburg
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and regional trains
- Hall 3: bus connections and car rental services
- Bus: CAT (Capital Area Transit) services available
- Greyhound and other intercity bus services
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