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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Staples Mill Road | Harrisburg, PA | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Main Street Station | Harrisburg, PA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Main Street Station | Harrisburg, PA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Staples Mill Road | Harrisburg, PA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Staples Mill Road | Harrisburg, PA | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Harrisburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Harrisburg. The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 599, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5754 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 137
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US 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 Richmond to Harrisburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Harrisburg start from R 1 137. The average price for this train route is around R 2 405. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Richmond to Harrisburg?
The average train journey time from Richmond to Harrisburg is 8h 56m, covering a distance of 299 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to Harrisburg route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Harrisburg?
The earliest train from Richmond to Harrisburg departs at 03:52. And the latest train departs at 15:13.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Harrisburg was searched and found on 04 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 079To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Harrisburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 079 to R 6 357 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Harrisburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 079, which is on 2026-02-04.
