How much is the train ticket from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg start from R 881. The average price for this train route is around R 899. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg?

The average train journey time from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 265 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 25m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Pittsburgh to Harrisburg route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg departs at 07:30. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Train Pittsburgh to Harrisburg from R 831 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	07:30	Union Station	5h 25m	12:55	Harrisburg, PA	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Union Station	5h 25m	12:55	Harrisburg, PA	CheapestFastest
Train	23:59	Union Station	23h 57m	23:56	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	23:59	Union Station	23h 57m	23:56	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Union Station	5h 25m	12:55	Harrisburg, PA	CheapestFastest
Train	07:30	Union Station	5h 25m	12:55	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	23:59	Union Station	23h 57m	23:56	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	23:59	Union Station	23h 57m	23:56	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Union Station	5h 25m	12:55	Harrisburg, PA	CheapestFastest
Train	07:30	Union Station	5h 25m	12:55	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	23:59	Union Station	23h 57m	23:56	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	23:59	Union Station	23h 57m	23:56	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Union Station	5h 25m	12:55	Harrisburg, PA	CheapestFastest
Train	07:30	Union Station	5h 25m	12:55	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	23:59	Union Station	23h 57m	23:56	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	23:59	Union Station	23h 57m	23:56	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Union Station	5h 25m	12:55	Harrisburg, PA	CheapestFastest
Train	07:30	Union Station	5h 25m	12:55	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	23:59	Union Station	23h 57m	23:56	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	23:59	Union Station	23h 57m	23:56	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Harrisburg. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 548, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

4h 10mAverage duration

265 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 548 - R 2 770	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 881 - R 30 414	Average duration5h 25m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5637 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 R 881

Amtrak Pittsburgh Harrisburg recent customer reviews

They were very accommodating for my bicycle. The seats had plenty of room and were comfortable.

Lois W.

10 June 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg 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 Pittsburgh to Harrisburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg start from R 881. The average price for this train route is around R 899. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg?
The average train journey time from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 265 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Pittsburgh to Harrisburg route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg?
The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg departs at 07:30. And the latest train departs at 23:59.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

R 848

10/12

R 848

Today

R 848

12/12

R 2 474

13/12

R 848

14/12

R 848

15/12

R 848

16/12

R 848

The cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 848

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

You can expect to pay from R 848 to R 17 485 for a train ticket from Pittsburgh to Harrisburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 848, which is on 2025-12-13.