How much is the train ticket from Newark to Harrisburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Harrisburg start from $49. The average price for this train route is around $91. 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 Newark to Harrisburg?

The average train ride duration from Newark to Harrisburg is 3h 20m, covering a distance of 146 miles (236 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 53m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Newark to Harrisburg route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 19 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

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

The earliest train departs from Newark to Harrisburg at 5:06am. And the latest train departs at 11:42pm.

What is the best train operator from Newark to Harrisburg?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Harrisburg?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Newark to Harrisburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Newark to Harrisburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Newark to Harrisburg from $48 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Newark to Harrisburg on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:41pm	Penn Station	7h 19m	7:00am	Harrisburg, PA	CheapestFastest
Train	11:41pm	Penn Station	7h 19m	7:00am	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	11:41pm	Penn Station	8h 23m	8:04am	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	11:41pm	Penn Station	8h 23m	8:04am	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Harrisburg on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:07am	Penn Station	3h 6m	9:13am	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
	Train	2:34pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	2h 53m	5:27pm	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
	Train	3:05pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	3h 34m	6:39pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	6:44am	Penn Station	4h 5m	10:49am	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
	Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 42m	2:26pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Harrisburg on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:17am	Penn Station	3h 10m	10:27am	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
Train	5:34pm	Penn Station	3h 8m	8:42pm	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
Train	10:09am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	4h 17m	2:26pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	10:09am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	4h 17m	2:26pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	6:27pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	4h 56m	11:23pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Harrisburg on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:07am	Penn Station	3h 6m	9:13am	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
	Train	2:34pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	2h 53m	5:27pm	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
	Train	3:05pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	3h 34m	6:39pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	6:44am	Penn Station	4h 5m	10:49am	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
	Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 42m	2:26pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Harrisburg on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:07am	Penn Station	3h 6m	9:13am	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
	Train	2:34pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	2h 53m	5:27pm	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
	Train	3:05pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	3h 34m	6:39pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	6:44am	Penn Station	4h 5m	10:49am	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
	Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 42m	2:26pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Harrisburg on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:07am	Penn Station	3h 6m	9:13am	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
	Train	2:34pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	2h 53m	5:27pm	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
	Train	3:05pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	3h 34m	6:39pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	6:44am	Penn Station	4h 5m	10:49am	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
	Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 42m	2:26pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Harrisburg on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:07am	Penn Station	3h 6m	9:13am	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
	Train	2:34pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	2h 53m	5:27pm	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
	Train	3:05pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	3h 34m	6:39pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	6:44am	Penn Station	4h 5m	10:49am	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
	Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	5h 42m	2:26pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

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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.

3bus per day

3h 5mAverage Duration

146 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$37 - $124	Average Duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$49 - $276	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Harrisburg 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 Newark to Harrisburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Harrisburg start from $49. The average price for this train route is around $91. 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 Newark to Harrisburg?
The average train ride duration from Newark to Harrisburg is 3h 20m, covering a distance of 146 miles (236 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 53m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Newark to Harrisburg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 19 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Newark to Harrisburg?
The earliest train departs from Newark to Harrisburg at 5:06am. And the latest train departs at 11:42pm.
What is the best train operator from Newark to Harrisburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Harrisburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Newark to Harrisburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Newark to Harrisburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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

No data

12/15

$55

12/16

$55

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Harrisburg 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 Newark, NJ to Harrisburg, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $55 to $601 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Harrisburg 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.