How much is the train ticket from Harrisburg to New York City?

The cheapest train tickets from Harrisburg to New York City start at $63. The average price for this train route is around $85. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average train trip from Harrisburg to New York City takes 3h 32m and covers 250 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 7m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Harrisburg to New York City route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 16 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Harrisburg to New York City?

The earliest train from Harrisburg to New York City departs at 5:00am. The latest train departs at 9:20pm.

Train Harrisburg to New York City from $68 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Harrisburg to New York City on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:30pm	Harrisburg, PA	3h 33m	9:03pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	9:20pm	Harrisburg, PA	3h 15m	12:35am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	12:10pm	Harrisburg, PA	3h 30m	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	1:05pm	Harrisburg, PA	3h 45m	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	1:05pm	Harrisburg, PA	3h 45m	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Harrisburg to New York City on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:20pm	Harrisburg, PA	3h 15m	12:35am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:08am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 7m	1:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	5:00am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 33m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:45am	Harrisburg, PA	4h 6m	9:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	5:45am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 41m	9:26am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Harrisburg to New York City on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:05pm	Harrisburg, PA	3h 45m	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	2:05pm	Harrisburg, PA	3h 27m	5:32pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	9:20am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 29m	12:49pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:20am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 37m	2:57pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	1:05pm	Harrisburg, PA	3h 45m	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Harrisburg to New York City on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:20pm	Harrisburg, PA	8h 51m	5:11am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	2:05pm	Harrisburg, PA	3h 27m	5:32pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	7:20am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 29m	10:49am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:20am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 29m	12:49pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:20am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 37m	2:57pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Harrisburg to New York City on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:08pm	Harrisburg, PA	3h 46m	6:54pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:08am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 7m	1:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	5:00am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 33m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:45am	Harrisburg, PA	4h 6m	9:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	5:45am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 41m	9:26am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Harrisburg to New York City on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:30pm	Harrisburg, PA	3h 33m	9:03pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:08am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 7m	1:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	5:00am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 33m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:45am	Harrisburg, PA	4h 6m	9:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	5:45am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 41m	9:26am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Harrisburg to New York City on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:30pm	Harrisburg, PA	3h 33m	9:03pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:08am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 7m	1:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	5:00am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 33m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:45am	Harrisburg, PA	4h 6m	9:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	5:45am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 41m	9:26am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Harrisburg to New York City on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:20pm	Harrisburg, PA	3h 15m	12:35am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:08am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 7m	1:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	5:00am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 33m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:45am	Harrisburg, PA	4h 6m	9:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	5:45am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 41m	9:26am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go 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 $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

4h 40mAverage Duration

251 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $231	Average Duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$63 - $484	Average Duration3h 32m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,623 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.

August 29, 2023

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

Jennifer H.

November 27, 2021

I really enjoyed

Begzudin J.

August 20, 2025

US train and bus 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

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

How much is the train ticket from Harrisburg to New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from Harrisburg to New York City start at $63. The average price for this train route is around $85. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Harrisburg to New York City?
The average train trip from Harrisburg to New York City takes 3h 32m and covers 250 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 7m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Harrisburg to New York City route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 16 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Harrisburg to New York City?
The earliest train from Harrisburg to New York City departs at 5:00am. The latest train departs at 9:20pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-02

$79

12-03

$79

Today

$95

12-05

$86

12-06

$95

12-07

$96

12-08

$79

12-09

$79

The cheapest trip from Harrisburg to New York City was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $79

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 $79 to $364 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 $79 which is on 2025-12-08.