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

The cheapest train tickets from Harrisburg to Boston start from £59. The average price for this train route is around £119. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Harrisburg to Boston?

The average train journey time from Harrisburg to Boston is 8h 50m, covering a distance of 326 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 7h 54m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Harrisburg to Boston route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 19 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Harrisburg to Boston departs at 05:45. And the latest train departs at 21:15.

Train Harrisburg to Boston from £56 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Harrisburg to Boston on 4 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	15:08	Harrisburg, PA	8h 50m	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	7h 50m	13:35	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
	Train	06:40	Harrisburg, PA	8h 28m	15:08	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	8h 2m	13:47	Back Bay Station	No tags
	Train	06:40	Harrisburg, PA	8h 28m	15:08	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to Boston on 5 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	15:08	Harrisburg, PA	8h 50m	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	7h 50m	13:35	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	7h 50m	13:35	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	Train	06:40	Harrisburg, PA	8h 28m	15:08	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	Train	06:40	Harrisburg, PA	8h 28m	15:08	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to Boston on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:20	Harrisburg, PA	13h 22m	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Train	17:05	Harrisburg, PA	7h 54m	00:59	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train	13:05	Harrisburg, PA	10h 35m	23:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	13:05	Harrisburg, PA	10h 35m	23:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	14:05	Harrisburg, PA	9h 35m	23:40	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to Boston on 9 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	15:08	Harrisburg, PA	8h 50m	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	7h 50m	13:35	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	7h 50m	13:35	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	Train	06:40	Harrisburg, PA	8h 28m	15:08	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	Train	06:40	Harrisburg, PA	8h 28m	15:08	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to Boston on 10 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	15:08	Harrisburg, PA	9h 2m	00:10	Back Bay Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	7h 50m	13:35	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	7h 50m	13:35	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	Train	06:40	Harrisburg, PA	8h 28m	15:08	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	Train	06:40	Harrisburg, PA	8h 28m	15:08	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Harrisburg to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 10 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

10h 55mAverage duration

335 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£44 - £293	Average duration10h 55m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£59 - £470	Average duration8h 50m	CO₂ emissions 48kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5621 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 £59

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Harrisburg to Boston, MA, US 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 Harrisburg to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Harrisburg to Boston start from £59. The average price for this train route is around £119. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Harrisburg to Boston?
The average train journey time from Harrisburg to Boston is 8h 50m, covering a distance of 326 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 7h 54m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Harrisburg to Boston route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 19 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Harrisburg to Boston?
The earliest train from Harrisburg to Boston departs at 05:45. And the latest train departs at 21:15.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/12

£224

02/12

£77

Today

£117

04/12

£160

05/12

£186

06/12

£69

07/12

£151

08/12

£56

The cheapest trip from Harrisburg to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £56

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

You can expect to pay from £56 to £395 for a train ticket from Harrisburg to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £56, which is on 2025-12-08.