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

The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg start from £40. The average price for this train route is around £40. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg?

The average train journey time from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 165 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 25m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Pittsburgh to Harrisburg route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg departs at 07:30. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Train Pittsburgh to Harrisburg from £37 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg on 7 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	23:59	Union Station	23h 57m	23:56	Harrisburg, PA	CheapestFastest
	Train	23:59	Union Station	23h 57m	23:56	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Union Station	5h 25m	12:55	Harrisburg, PA	CheapestFastest
Train	07:30	Union Station	5h 25m	12:55	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	23:59	Union Station	23h 57m	23:56	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	23:59	Union Station	23h 57m	23:56	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Union Station	5h 25m	12:55	Harrisburg, PA	CheapestFastest
Train	07:30	Union Station	5h 25m	12:55	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	23:59	Union Station	23h 57m	23:56	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	23:59	Union Station	23h 57m	23:56	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Union Station	5h 25m	12:55	Harrisburg, PA	CheapestFastest
Train	07:30	Union Station	5h 25m	12:55	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	23:59	Union Station	23h 57m	23:56	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	23:59	Union Station	23h 57m	23:56	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg on 11 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	07:30	Union Station	5h 25m	12:55	Harrisburg, PA	CheapestFastest
	Train	07:30	Union Station	5h 25m	12:55	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Union Station	5h 25m	12:55	Harrisburg, PA	CheapestFastest
Train	07:30	Union Station	5h 25m	12:55	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	23:59	Union Station	23h 57m	23:56	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	23:59	Union Station	23h 57m	23:56	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 07:09 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Harrisburg. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

4h 10mAverage duration

165 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£26 - £124	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£40 - £1,351	Average duration5h 25m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,628 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5628 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 £40

Amtrak Pittsburgh Harrisburg recent customer reviews

They were very accommodating for my bicycle. The seats had plenty of room and were comfortable.

Lois W.

10 June 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Harrisburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg start from £40. The average price for this train route is around £40. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg?
The average train journey time from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 165 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Pittsburgh to Harrisburg route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg?
The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg departs at 07:30. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

05/12

£38

06/12

£38

Today

£38

08/12

£38

09/12

£38

10/12

£38

11/12

£88

12/12

£48

The cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £38

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

You can expect to pay from £38 to £677 for a train ticket from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £38, which is on 2025-12-08.