The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
3 h 4 m
Average duration
3 h 4 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
235 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ 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 Newark, NJ will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
Of the 1 trains that leave Harrisburg, PA for Newark, NJ 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 235 km distance in an average of 3 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 4 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 train, coach and flight for Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £255.
Distance: 235 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£48 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest | £456 Average Price |
3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ
Trains from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 235 km distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 235 km |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 23:46 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Harrisburg, PA and Newark, NJ from £27. 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 Newark, NJ train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ 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 Newark, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Harrisburg, PA and Newark, NJ
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Market Street and Raymond Boulevard.
- Forno's of Spain
- Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station
- Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown
- Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Newark Light Rail connections
- Hall 3: PATH connections
- NJ Transit: Lines Northeast Corridor, North Jersey Coast Line, Raritan Valley Line
- Newark Light Rail
- PATH: Newark-WTC line
- Bus: Several NJ Transit bus lines available
- 24/7 Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available at the airport with various options for short-term and long-term stays.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free for passengers
- Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott
- Hilton Newark Airport
- Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is part of the Newark Liberty International Airport complex, connected by AirTrain to terminals and parking.
- AirTrain: Connects to airport terminals
- NJ Transit: Services to New York Penn Station and Newark Penn Station
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional services
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