Bus from Newark, NJ to Harrisburg: Tickets & Schedules
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Next departures for Newark to Harrisburg on November 28
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Next departures for Newark to Harrisburg on November 29
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Next departures for Newark to Harrisburg on November 30
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AirTrain Newark P4
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Next departures for Newark to Harrisburg on December 2
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Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Harrisburg
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Harrisburg. The journey takes about 3 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
The bus drive don't stop me where I was suppose to stop and now I'm in different state, and I miss my interview today and I'm taking another train to go back home
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
With about 1 daily trips between Newark and Harrisburg, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.
A good way to travel this route is with Fullington buses. The company offers 1 daily departures, with ticket prices starting at $123 and the shortest trip taking about 930. Fullington gets you where you want to go for a fair price.
Wanda Coach is one of the main Chinatown bus carriers in the US, connecting about 75 cities around the country with inexpensive tickets and comfortable bus rides. Wanda Coach buses travel between Chinatown neighborhoods with direct buses that are affordable, safe and have convenient pick-up and drop-off locations. If you travel with Wanda Coach, you can reschedule your tickets for a $10 fee up to 2 hours before travel time, and their buses have free WiFi, power outlets and bathrooms.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Harrisburg by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Newark to Harrisburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Harrisburg start from $37. The average price for this route is around $48. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Newark to Harrisburg?
The average bus trip duration from Newark to Harrisburg is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 146 miles (236 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Newark to Harrisburg route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Newark to Harrisburg?
The earliest bus departs from Newark to Harrisburg at 10:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Harrisburg?
A bus trip from Newark to Harrisburg generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Newark to Harrisburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3148 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Harrisburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company OurBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Newark to Harrisburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark to Harrisburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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11/26
$116
11/27
$57
Today
$61
11/29
$59
11/30
$80
12/01
$54
12/02
$33
12/03
$32
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Harrisburg was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $32
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Newark, NJ to Harrisburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $32 to $116 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Harrisburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-12-03.
Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Newark, NJ to Harrisburg?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Harrisburg was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $32
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
