The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrisburg, PA to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
£99
Average price
£141
Fastest journey
8 h 40 m
Average duration
8 h 48 m
Trains per day
14
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 £141 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £99.
To travel from Harrisburg, PA to Boston, MA you need to make at least one change.
652 Keystone Service · 178 Northeast Regional15:089h02Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA0:10Back Bay station, Boston, MA£991One-way1 change
652 Keystone Service · 178 Northeast Regional15:089h07Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA0:15South Station, Boston, MA£1001One-way1 change
650 Keystone Service · 184 Northeast Regional12:109h19Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA21:29Back Bay station, Boston, MA£1071One-way1 change
650 Keystone Service · 184 Northeast Regional12:109h26Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA21:36South Station, Boston, MA£1071One-way1 change
622 Keystone Service · 66 Northeast Regional21:1512h50Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA10:05South Station, Boston, MA£1251One-way1 change
600 Keystone Service · 172 Northeast Regional6:408h40Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA15:20Back Bay station, Boston, MA£1621One-way1 change
600 Keystone Service · 172 Northeast Regional6:408h48Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA15:28South Station, Boston, MA£1621One-way1 change
648 Keystone Service · 174 Northeast Regional10:088h48Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA18:56Back Bay station, Boston, MA£1621One-way1 change
644 Keystone Service · 86 Northeast Regional7:558h50Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA16:45Back Bay station, Boston, MA£1621One-way1 change
42 Pennsylvanian · 94 Northeast Regional13:058h55Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA22:00Back Bay station, Boston, MA£1661One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach 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 £43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 19m. 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 £43, and a flight costs an average of £179.
Distance: 539 km
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£167 Average Price | £72 Average Price Cheapest | £329 Average Price |
6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 56m Average total duration 8h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 19m Average total duration Fastest 5h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Harrisburg, PA to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrisburg, PA to Boston, MA trains for today, Monday 8 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
600 Keystone Service · 172 Northeast Regional | 6:40 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 8h48 | 15:28 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
600 Keystone Service · 172 Northeast Regional | 6:40 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 8h40 | 15:20 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
644 Keystone Service · 86 Northeast Regional | 7:55 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 8h57 | 16:52 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
644 Keystone Service · 86 Northeast Regional | 7:55 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 8h50 | 16:45 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
648 Keystone Service · 174 Northeast Regional | 10:08 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 8h48 | 18:56 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
648 Keystone Service · 174 Northeast Regional | 10:08 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 8h56 | 19:04 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
650 Keystone Service · 184 Northeast Regional | 12:10 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 9h19 | 21:29 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
650 Keystone Service · 184 Northeast Regional | 12:10 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 9h26 | 21:36 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
42 Pennsylvanian · 94 Northeast Regional | 13:05 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 9h01 | 22:06 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
42 Pennsylvanian · 94 Northeast Regional | 13:05 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 8h55 | 22:00 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
652 Keystone Service · 178 Northeast Regional | 15:08 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 9h02 | 0:10 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
652 Keystone Service · 178 Northeast Regional | 15:08 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 9h07 | 0:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
622 Keystone Service · 66 Northeast Regional | 21:15 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 12h50 | 10:05 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
622 Keystone Service · 66 Northeast Regional | 21:15 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 12h43 | 9:58 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrisburg, PA to Boston, MA
Trains from Harrisburg, PA to Boston, MA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 but you can travel from only £43 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 539 km distance in 8h 57m.
Distance 539 km |
Average train duration 5h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 8h 57m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 21:15 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Harrisburg, PA to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Harrisburg, PA and Boston, MA from £43. 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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