How much is the train ticket from Harrisburg to Newark?

The cheapest train tickets from Harrisburg to Newark start from $49. The average price for this train route is around $78. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Harrisburg to Newark?

The average train ride duration from Harrisburg to Newark is 3h 14m, covering a distance of 146 miles (236 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 49m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Harrisburg to Newark route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 18 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Harrisburg to Newark?

The earliest train departs from Harrisburg to Newark at 5:00am. And the latest train departs at 9:20pm.

Train Harrisburg to Newark from $55 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Harrisburg to Newark on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:20pm	Harrisburg, PA	2h 56m	12:16am	Penn Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Harrisburg to Newark on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:46pm	Harrisburg, PA	2h 58m	9:44pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
	Train	10:08am	Harrisburg, PA	2h 49m	12:57pm	Penn Station	Fastest
	Train	5:00am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 14m	8:14am	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:45am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 46m	9:31am	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	5:45am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 19m	9:04am	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Harrisburg to Newark on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:05pm	Harrisburg, PA	3h 7m	10:12pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	2:05pm	Harrisburg, PA	3h 7m	5:12pm	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	1:05pm	Harrisburg, PA	4h 33m	5:38pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	1:05pm	Harrisburg, PA	4h 33m	5:38pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	9:20am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 10m	12:30pm	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Harrisburg to Newark on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:20pm	Harrisburg, PA	8h 25m	4:45am	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	7:20am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 5m	10:25am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	Fastest
Train	1:05pm	Harrisburg, PA	4h 33m	5:38pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	1:05pm	Harrisburg, PA	4h 33m	5:38pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	11:20am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 18m	2:38pm	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Harrisburg to Newark on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:46pm	Harrisburg, PA	2h 58m	9:44pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
	Train	10:08am	Harrisburg, PA	2h 49m	12:57pm	Penn Station	Fastest
	Train	10:08am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 39m	1:47pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:45am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 46m	9:31am	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	10:08am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 39m	1:47pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags

Next departures for Harrisburg to Newark on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:30pm	Harrisburg, PA	3h 14m	8:44pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
	Train	10:08am	Harrisburg, PA	2h 49m	12:57pm	Penn Station	Fastest
	Train	10:08am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 39m	1:47pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:45am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 46m	9:31am	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	10:08am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 39m	1:47pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags

Next departures for Harrisburg to Newark on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:30pm	Harrisburg, PA	3h 14m	8:44pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
	Train	10:08am	Harrisburg, PA	2h 49m	12:57pm	Penn Station	Fastest
	Train	10:08am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 39m	1:47pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:45am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 46m	9:31am	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	10:08am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 39m	1:47pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Harrisburg to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

4h 10mAverage Duration

146 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$30 - $120	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$49 - $402	Average Duration3h 14m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,636 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5636 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $49

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Harrisburg to Newark, NJ by train

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 train ticket from Harrisburg to Newark?
The cheapest train tickets from Harrisburg to Newark start from $49. The average price for this train route is around $78. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Harrisburg to Newark?
The average train ride duration from Harrisburg to Newark is 3h 14m, covering a distance of 146 miles (236 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 49m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Harrisburg to Newark route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 18 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Harrisburg to Newark?
The earliest train departs from Harrisburg to Newark at 5:00am. And the latest train departs at 9:20pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$55

12/10

$55

Today

$55

12/12

$55

12/13

$86

12/14

$90

12/15

$55

12/16

$55

The cheapest trip from Harrisburg to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $55

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

You can expect to pay from $55 to $300 for a train ticket from Harrisburg to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2025-12-12.