The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrisburg, PA to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
£192
Average price
£192
Fastest journey
9 h 7 m
Average duration
9 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
539 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrisburg, PA to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harrisburg, PA to Boston, MA will cost around £192 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £192.
Of the 1 trains that leave Harrisburg, PA for Boston, MA every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 539 km distance in an average of 9 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 7 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Harrisburg, PA to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg, PA to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, and a flight costs an average of £196.
Distance: 539 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£135 Average Price | £67 Average Price Cheapest | £288 Average Price |
8h 16m Average total duration 7h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 48m Average total duration 8h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 26m Average total duration Fastest 5h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Harrisburg, PA to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrisburg, PA to Boston, MA trains for today, Sunday 7 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
42 Pennsylvanian · 132 Northeast Regional | 18:05 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 10h54 | 04:59 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
42 Pennsylvanian · 132 Northeast Regional | 18:05 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 10h47 | 04:52 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
670 Keystone Service · 132 Northeast Regional | 19:05 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 9h47 | 04:52 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
670 Keystone Service · 132 Northeast Regional | 19:05 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 9h54 | 04:59 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
672 Keystone Service · 166 Northeast Regional | 22:05 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 8h04 | 06:09 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
672 Keystone Service · 166 Northeast Regional | 22:05 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 8h11 | 06:16 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
| Monday 8 December | |||||
612 Keystone Service · 66 Northeast Regional | 01:20 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 13h38 | 14:58 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
612 Keystone Service · 66 Northeast Regional | 01:20 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 13h45 | 15:05 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrisburg, PA to Boston, MA
Trains from Harrisburg, PA to Boston, MA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £64 but you can travel from only £44 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 539 km distance in 7h 9m.
Distance 539 km |
Average train duration 7h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £64 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 7h 9m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 21:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Harrisburg, PA to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Harrisburg, PA and Boston, MA from £44. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Harrisburg, PA to Boston, MA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrisburg, PA to Boston, MA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Harrisburg, PA and Boston, MA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- The Millworks
- Bricco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hilton Harrisburg
- Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey
- Radisson Hotel Harrisburg
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and regional trains
- Hall 3: bus connections and car rental services
- Bus: CAT (Capital Area Transit) services available
- Greyhound and other intercity bus services
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
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