How much does a cheap train ticket from Harrisburg to New York City cost?

The average train ticket price from Harrisburg to New York City is R 1 019. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Harrisburg to New York City is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Harrisburg to New York City?

A train trip between Harrisburg and New York City is around 3h 33m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 249 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Harrisburg and New York City?

The number of trains from Harrisburg to New York City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Harrisburg to New York City by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Harrisburg to New York City?

When taking the train from Harrisburg to New York City, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Harrisburg to New York City from R 823 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Harrisburg to New York City on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:20	Harrisburg, PA	8h 51m	05:11	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	09:30	Harrisburg, PA	3h 19m	12:49	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	07:20	Harrisburg, PA	3h 29m	10:49	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:20	Harrisburg, PA	3h 37m	14:57	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	13:05	Harrisburg, PA	3h 45m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to New York City on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	16:30	Harrisburg, PA	3h 42m	20:12	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	07:55	Harrisburg, PA	3h 10m	11:05	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	05:00	Harrisburg, PA	3h 33m	08:33	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:55	Harrisburg, PA	3h 55m	09:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	05:55	Harrisburg, PA	3h 31m	09:26	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to New York City on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	17:40	Harrisburg, PA	3h 23m	21:03	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	07:55	Harrisburg, PA	3h 10m	11:05	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	05:00	Harrisburg, PA	3h 33m	08:33	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:55	Harrisburg, PA	3h 55m	09:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	05:55	Harrisburg, PA	3h 31m	09:26	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to New York City on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	17:40	Harrisburg, PA	3h 23m	21:03	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	07:55	Harrisburg, PA	3h 10m	11:05	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	05:00	Harrisburg, PA	3h 33m	08:33	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:55	Harrisburg, PA	3h 55m	09:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	05:55	Harrisburg, PA	3h 31m	09:26	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to New York City on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:40	Harrisburg, PA	3h 23m	22:03	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	07:55	Harrisburg, PA	3h 10m	11:05	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	05:00	Harrisburg, PA	3h 33m	08:33	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:55	Harrisburg, PA	3h 55m	09:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	05:55	Harrisburg, PA	3h 31m	09:26	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to New York City on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	21:15	Harrisburg, PA	3h 20m	00:35	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	07:55	Harrisburg, PA	3h 10m	11:05	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	05:00	Harrisburg, PA	3h 33m	08:33	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:55	Harrisburg, PA	3h 55m	09:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	05:55	Harrisburg, PA	3h 31m	09:26	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to New York City on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:05	Harrisburg, PA	3h 29m	22:34	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	09:30	Harrisburg, PA	3h 19m	12:49	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	07:20	Harrisburg, PA	3h 29m	10:49	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	08:25	Harrisburg, PA	3h 37m	12:02	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:20	Harrisburg, PA	3h 37m	14:57	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Harrisburg to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 616, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

4h 40mAverage duration

250 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 616 - R 1 999	Average duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 874 - R 7 198	Average duration3h 33m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 585 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Users have expressed their love for traveling with Amtrak, praising the comfortable and quick train rides. They appreciate the excellent staff members on board. However, some mentioned issues such as slow service at Harrisburg station, cold temperatures inside the train, and high ticket prices that could be improved.

Amtrak Harrisburg New York City recent customer reviews

Train is comfortable, quick and train employees are great. The ticket lady at Harrisburg train station has been very slow and it was very cold inside the train. Ticket price could be lower.

Viliam U.

29 August 2023

My experience for my 1st trip with Amtrak was a great experience and I would travel this way again.

Jennifer H.

27 November 2021

I really enjoyed

Begzudin J.

20 August 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Harrisburg to New York City by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Harrisburg to New York City cost?
The average train ticket price from Harrisburg to New York City is R 1 019. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Harrisburg to New York City is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Harrisburg to New York City?
A train trip between Harrisburg and New York City is around 3h 33m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 249 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Harrisburg and New York City?
The number of trains from Harrisburg to New York City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Harrisburg to New York City by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Harrisburg to New York City?
When taking the train from Harrisburg to New York City, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/11

R 964

13/11

R 1 156

Today

R 964

15/11

R 1 857

16/11

R 1 454

17/11

R 964

18/11

R 964

19/11

R 964

The cheapest trip from Harrisburg to New York City was searched and found on 12 Nov 2025 with a price of R 964

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

You can expect to pay from R 964 to R 4 448 for a train ticket from Harrisburg to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 964, which is on 2025-11-17.