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

The cheapest train tickets from Harrisburg to Washington start from £34. The average price for this train route is around £93. 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 Washington?

The average train journey time from Harrisburg to Washington is 4h 33m, covering a distance of 95 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 46m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Harrisburg to Washington route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 21 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Harrisburg to Washington departs at 05:00. And the latest train departs at 19:05.

Train Harrisburg to Washington from £32 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Harrisburg to Washington on 2 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	17:30	Harrisburg, PA	4h 23m	21:53	Union Station	Cheapest
	Train	07:55	Harrisburg, PA	3h 46m	11:41	Union Station	Fastest
	Train	05:00	Harrisburg, PA	4h 2m	09:02	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	05:00	Harrisburg, PA	4h 23m	09:23	Union Station	No tags
	Train	05:00	Harrisburg, PA	4h 2m	09:02	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 02:43 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Harrisburg to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3h 15mAverage duration

95 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£20 - £61	Average duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£34 - £525	Average duration4h 33m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5610 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 £34

Amtrak Harrisburg Washington recent customer reviews

On time! Smooth ride

Joy D.

24 October 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Harrisburg to Washington, DC, 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 Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Harrisburg to Washington start from £34. The average price for this train route is around £93. 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 Washington?
The average train journey time from Harrisburg to Washington is 4h 33m, covering a distance of 95 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 46m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Harrisburg to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 21 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Harrisburg to Washington?
The earliest train from Harrisburg to Washington departs at 05:00. And the latest train departs at 19:05.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

26/11

£115

27/11

£45

Today

£46

29/11

£68

30/11

£185

01/12

£77

02/12

£42

03/12

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The cheapest trip from Harrisburg to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £42

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

You can expect to pay from £42 to £500 for a train ticket from Harrisburg to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £42, which is on 2025-12-02.