The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrisburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Trains per day
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 £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 4 trains that leave Harrisburg, PA for Philadelphia, PA every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 151 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 3 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.








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Compare train, coach and flight for Harrisburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA
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 train with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £322.
Distance: 151 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£30 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price | £335 Average Price |
2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Harrisburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrisburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
640 Keystone Service | 10:00 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h45 | 11:45 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
642 Keystone Service | 10:45 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h55 | 12:40 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
600 Keystone Service | 11:40 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h53 | 13:33 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
644 Keystone Service | 12:55 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h35 | 14:30 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
646 Keystone Service | 14:00 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h41 | 15:41 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
648 Keystone Service | 15:08 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h35 | 16:43 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
650 Keystone Service | 17:10 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h47 | 18:57 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
42 Pennsylvanian | 18:05 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h54 | 19:59 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
652 Keystone Service | 20:08 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h50 | 21:58 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
654 Keystone Service | 21:20 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h56 | 23:16 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
656 Keystone Service | 22:30 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h48 | 00:18 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
658 Keystone Service | 23:46 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h40 | 01:26 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 5 December | |||||
620 Keystone Service | 01:00 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h40 | 02:40 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
624 Keystone Service | 02:20 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h40 | 04:00 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrisburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Harrisburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 22:18. The fastest train covers the 151 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 151 km |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 22:18 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Harrisburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Harrisburg, PA and Philadelphia, PA from £24. 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 Philadelphia, PA train
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Harrisburg, PA and Philadelphia, PA
- 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
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
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