The cheapest and fastest trains from Newark, NJ to Harrisburg, PA
Cheapest price
£90
Average price
£147
Fastest journey
2 h 53 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
235 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark, NJ to Harrisburg, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newark, NJ to Harrisburg, PA will cost around £147 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.
Of the 23 trains that leave Newark, NJ for Harrisburg, PA every day 14 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 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 2 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.
607 Keystone Service6:073h08Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ9:15Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA£901One-way0 changes
651 Keystone Service16:203h05Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ19:25Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA£1071One-way0 changes
653 Keystone Service17:273h02Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ20:29Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA£1071One-way0 changes
655 Keystone Service18:523h11Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ22:03Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA£1281One-way0 changes
647 Keystone Service14:342h53Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ17:27Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA£1281One-way0 changes
647 Keystone Service14:342h53Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ17:27Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA£1281One-way0 changes
645 Keystone Service12:222h59Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ15:21Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA£1601One-way0 changes
647 Keystone Service14:282h59Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ17:27Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA£1281One-way0 changes
641 Keystone Service+
2107 NextGen Acela7:502h59Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ10:49Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA£2221One-way1 change
653 Keystone Service17:273h02Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ20:29Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA£1071One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Newark, NJ to Harrisburg, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to Harrisburg, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 8m. 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 £24, and a flight costs an average of £217.
Distance: 235 km
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£57 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest | £439 Average Price |
3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 17m Average total duration 11h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Newark, NJ to Harrisburg, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to Harrisburg, PA trains for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
653 Keystone Service | 17:27 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h02 | 20:29 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
655 Keystone Service | 18:52 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h11 | 22:03 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
657 Keystone Service | 20:47 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h09 | 23:56 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
67 Northeast Regional · 601 Keystone Service | 23:41 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 7h19 | 7:00 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1 change | |
67 Northeast Regional · 605 Keystone Service | 23:41 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 8h23 | 8:04 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1 change | |
111 Northeast Regional · 607 Keystone Service | 5:06 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 4h09 | 9:15 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1 change | |
607 Keystone Service | 6:07 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h08 | 9:15 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
641 Keystone Service | 7:34 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h15 | 10:49 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
641 Keystone Service+ 2107 NextGen Acela | 7:50 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h59 | 10:49 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1 change | |
141 Northeast Regional · 43 Pennsylvanian | 8:44 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 5h42 | 14:26 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1 change | |
643 Keystone Service | 9:44 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h03 | 12:47 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
43 Pennsylvanian | 11:09 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h17 | 14:26 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
645 Keystone Service | 12:22 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h59 | 15:21 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
171 Northeast Regional · 609 Keystone Service | 12:57 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h38 | 16:35 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1 change | |
171 Northeast Regional · 609 Keystone Service | 13:02 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h33 | 16:35 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1 change | |
609 Keystone Service | 13:10 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h25 | 16:35 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
647 Keystone Service | 14:28 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h59 | 17:27 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
647 Keystone Service | 14:34 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 2h53 | 17:27 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
97 Silver Meteor · 651 Keystone Service | 14:53 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 4h32 | 19:25 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1 change | |
649 Keystone Service | 14:59 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h40 | 18:39 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
649 Keystone Service | 15:05 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h34 | 18:39 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
85 Northeast Regional · 651 Keystone Service | 15:22 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 4h03 | 19:25 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1 change | |
85 Northeast Regional · 651 Keystone Service | 15:26 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h59 | 19:25 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1 change | |
651 Keystone Service | 16:20 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h05 | 19:25 Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newark, NJ to Harrisburg, PA
Trains from Newark, NJ to Harrisburg, PA run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 235 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 235 km |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 23:42 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Newark, NJ to Harrisburg, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Newark, NJ and Harrisburg, 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: Newark, NJ to Harrisburg, PA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Harrisburg, 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 Harrisburg, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Newark, NJ and Harrisburg, PA
- 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
- 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
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