How much does a train ticket cost from Philadelphia to Harrisburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Harrisburg start from £25. The average price for this train route is around £31. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Harrisburg?

The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Harrisburg is 1h 48m, covering a distance of 92 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 42m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Harrisburg route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Harrisburg?

The earliest train from Philadelphia to Harrisburg departs at 05:10. And the latest train departs at 22:05.

Train Philadelphia to Harrisburg from £23 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Harrisburg on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:42	30th Street Station	1h 44m	14:26	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
Train	15:45	30th Street Station	1h 42m	17:27	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
Train	05:10	30th Street Station	1h 50m	07:00	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	06:15	30th Street Station	1h 49m	08:04	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	07:30	30th Street Station	1h 43m	09:13	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Harrisburg on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:42	30th Street Station	1h 44m	14:26	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
Train	15:45	30th Street Station	1h 42m	17:27	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
Train	05:10	30th Street Station	1h 50m	07:00	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	06:15	30th Street Station	1h 49m	08:04	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	07:30	30th Street Station	1h 43m	09:13	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Harrisburg on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:42	30th Street Station	1h 44m	14:26	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
Train	15:45	30th Street Station	1h 42m	17:27	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
Train	05:10	30th Street Station	1h 50m	07:00	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	06:15	30th Street Station	1h 49m	08:04	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	07:30	30th Street Station	1h 43m	09:13	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Harrisburg on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:42	30th Street Station	1h 44m	14:26	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
Train	15:45	30th Street Station	1h 42m	17:27	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
Train	05:10	30th Street Station	1h 50m	07:00	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	06:15	30th Street Station	1h 49m	08:04	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	07:30	30th Street Station	1h 43m	09:13	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Harrisburg on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:42	30th Street Station	1h 44m	14:26	Harrisburg, PA	CheapestFastest
Train	07:20	30th Street Station	1h 46m	09:06	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	08:40	30th Street Station	1h 47m	10:27	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	10:50	30th Street Station	1h 55m	12:45	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	12:42	30th Street Station	1h 44m	14:26	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Harrisburg on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:40	30th Street Station	1h 47m	10:27	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
Train	12:42	30th Street Station	1h 44m	14:26	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
Train	10:50	30th Street Station	1h 55m	12:45	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	13:55	30th Street Station	1h 47m	15:42	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	14:45	30th Street Station	1h 47m	16:32	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Harrisburg on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:10	30th Street Station	1h 50m	07:00	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
Train	15:45	30th Street Station	1h 42m	17:27	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
Train	06:15	30th Street Station	1h 49m	08:04	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	07:30	30th Street Station	1h 43m	09:13	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	08:56	30th Street Station	1h 53m	10:49	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Harrisburg

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Harrisburg. The journey takes about 1 hour 48 minutes and with fares starting at just £25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day

1h 48mAverage duration

92 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£14 - £50	Average duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£25 - £46	Average duration1h 48m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,631 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5631 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £25

Amtrak Philadelphia Harrisburg recent customer reviews

It was quick and easy

Danii H.

21 May 2024

Yes it's good

Angena P.

25 June 2023

Great service

Francine W.

8 July 2022

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Harrisburg by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Philadelphia to Harrisburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Harrisburg start from £25. The average price for this train route is around £31. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Harrisburg?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Harrisburg is 1h 48m, covering a distance of 92 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 42m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Harrisburg route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Harrisburg?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Harrisburg departs at 05:10. And the latest train departs at 22:05.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

06/12

£31

07/12

£31

Today

£29

09/12

£28

10/12

£28

11/12

£28

12/12

£28

13/12

£28

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Harrisburg was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £28

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Harrisburg as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £28 to £49 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Harrisburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £28, which is on 2025-12-09.