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

The cheapest train tickets from Harrisburg to New York City start from R 755. The average price for this train route is around R 1 006. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Harrisburg to New York City is 3h 31m, covering a distance of 250 km. The quickest train can get 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 run on 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 05:00. And the latest train departs at 21:20.

Train Harrisburg to New York City from R 813 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Harrisburg to New York City on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:46	Harrisburg, PA	3h 17m	22:03	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	21:20	Harrisburg, PA	3h 15m	00:35	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	06:40	Harrisburg, PA	3h 31m	10:11	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	15:08	Harrisburg, PA	3h 46m	18:54	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	16:20	Harrisburg, PA	3h 52m	20:12	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to New York City on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:05	Harrisburg, PA	3h 27m	17:32	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
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
Train	17:05	Harrisburg, PA	3h 29m	20:34	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	19:05	Harrisburg, PA	3h 29m	22:34	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to New York City on 14 December
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	14:05	Harrisburg, PA	3h 27m	17:32	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	13:05	Harrisburg, PA	3h 45m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	13:05	Harrisburg, PA	3h 45m	16:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	17:05	Harrisburg, PA	3h 29m	20:34	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to New York City on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:46	Harrisburg, PA	3h 17m	22:03	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:08	Harrisburg, PA	3h 7m	13:15	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	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	4h 6m	09:51	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	3h 41m	09:26	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to New York City on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	17:30	Harrisburg, PA	3h 33m	21:03	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:08	Harrisburg, PA	3h 7m	13:15	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	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	4h 6m	09:51	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	3h 41m	09:26	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to New York City on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	17:30	Harrisburg, PA	3h 33m	21:03	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:08	Harrisburg, PA	3h 7m	13:15	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	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	4h 6m	09:51	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	3h 41m	09:26	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to New York City on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:46	Harrisburg, PA	3h 17m	22:03	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:08	Harrisburg, PA	3h 7m	13:15	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	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	4h 6m	09:51	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	3h 41m	09:26	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Harrisburg to New York City on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	21:20	Harrisburg, PA	3h 15m	00:35	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:08	Harrisburg, PA	3h 7m	13:15	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	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	4h 6m	09:51	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	3h 41m	09:26	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:58 PM EST.

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 496, 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 priceR 496 - R 2 770	Average duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 755 - R 7 127	Average duration3h 31m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 638 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

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 from R 755. The average price for this train route is around R 1 006. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Harrisburg to New York City?
The average train journey time from Harrisburg to New York City is 3h 31m, covering a distance of 250 km. The quickest train can get 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 run on 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 05:00. And the latest train departs at 21:20.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 952

11/12

R 1 142

Today

R 1 038

13/12

R 1 488

14/12

R 1 591

15/12

R 952

16/12

R 952

17/12

R 952

The cheapest trip from Harrisburg to New York City was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 952

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 952 to R 4 393 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 952, which is on 2025-12-15.