Bedroom
- Power plugs
- Extra legroom
- Free Drinks
- Free meal
- Lounge Access
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£30
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£31
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 33 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 38 m
Trains on 18 Sept
4
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrisburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 4 trains from Harrisburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 151 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 41 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a flight costs an average of £391.
Distance: 151 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £391 Average Price | £38 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Harrisburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA:
A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Harrisburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA costing on average £31.
A coach is £369 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Harrisburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA costing on average £391.
Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 1m.
Coach takes on average 2h 22m.
Tickets start at around £31 compared to roughly £38 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £7. The journey takes 2h 1m versus 1h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Harrisburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
640 | 4:55 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h50 | 6:45 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
640 | 4:55 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 2h13 | 7:08 North Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
642 | 5:50 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 2h00 | 7:50 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
600 | 6:35 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h58 | 8:33 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
644 | 7:50 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h40 | 9:30 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
646 | 9:00 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h41 | 10:41 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
648 | 10:05 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h35 | 11:40 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
650 | 12:05 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h47 | 13:52 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
42 | 13:05 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h54 | 14:59 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
652 | 15:03 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h55 | 16:58 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
654 | 16:30 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h56 | 18:26 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
656 | 17:40 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h48 | 19:28 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
658 | 18:40 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h45 | 20:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
626 | 20:00 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h40 | 21:40 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
622 | 21:10 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h45 | 22:55 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Harrisburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 151 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 151 km |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 4:40 |
Last train 22:20 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
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Discover the best of Philadelphia, PA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Philadelphia, PA trip today.
Major art museum with wide-ranging collections and the famous steps. Worth visiting for both the galleries and the skyline views outside.
Engaging science museum with hands-on exhibits, a planetarium, and family-friendly displays. Good for curious visitors of all ages.
Compact museum focused on Rodin sculptures in a peaceful Beaux-Arts setting. Ideal for a quieter art stop near the Parkway.
Historic square and green in the Old City area, surrounded by major independence sites. Useful as a starting point for walking the district.
Popular urban trail and park along the Delaware River with lawns, hammocks, seasonal attractions, and open river views.
Large riverside park with boat houses, trails, and skyline views. Excellent for walking, running, and seeing a greener side of the city.
A long roll filled with thinly sliced beef and melted cheese, often with fried onions. It is Philadelphia’s signature street-food sandwich.
A soft pretzel with a figure-of-eight shape and chewy texture, commonly sold by street vendors and bakeries across the city.
A roast pork sandwich with slow-roasted pork, sharp provolone and broccoli rabe. It is a classic Italian-American Philadelphia speciality.
Historic indoor market with many traders serving roast pork, pretzels, pastries and other Philadelphia staples in a lively casual setting.
Classic South Philadelphia sandwich shop best known for roast pork sandwiches with broccoli rabe and sharp provolone.
Established restaurant serving refined Pennsylvania Dutch and Mid-Atlantic cooking in an elegant but relaxed City Center dining room.
Moderate for US city breaks: hotels are often pricey, but dining and SEPTA fares are reasonable for tourists.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis: 10-15%. Cafés: small change or $1 per drink is common.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrisburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Harrisburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA trains use the Harrisburg Station to 30th Street Station station pair, with some services arriving at Ardmore Station. Use this guide to compare Harrisburg, PA and Philadelphia, PA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Harrisburg Station is 1 km from Harrisburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Harrisburg Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Millworks, Bricco
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Harrisburg Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Harrisburg Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Harrisburg Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Harrisburg Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Harrisburg Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Harrisburg, Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey, Radisson Hotel Harrisburg.
30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
30th Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.
North Philadelphia is 5 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
North Philadelphia has practical services for this route, including Dining.
Food and drink options are available at North Philadelphia.
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