Trains tickets from Washington, DC, US to Harrisburg

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Sun29 Jun
from US$150
Mon30 Jun
from US$69
Tue1 Jul
from US$62
Wed2 Jul
from US$99
Thu3 Jul
from US$57
Fri4 Jul
from US$62
Sat5 Jul
from US$81
Sun6 Jul

Trains leaving Monday

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 30 June at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 30 June at
    Destination city: Harrisburg
    Destination location: Harrisburg, PA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 30 June at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 30 June at
    Destination city: Harrisburg
    Destination location: Harrisburg, PA
    Operated by: Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
    Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 June at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 30 June at
    Destination city: Harrisburg
    Destination location: Harrisburg, PA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 June at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 30 June at
    Destination city: Harrisburg
    Destination location: Harrisburg, PA
    Operated by: Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
    Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 June at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 30 June at
    Destination city: Harrisburg
    Destination location: Harrisburg, PA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Harrisburg

Bus
Average priceUS$22 - US$124Average duration3h 15m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$61 - US$194Average duration5h 11m
14kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Washington to Harrisburg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Harrisburg. The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just US$22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
3h 15mAverage duration
US$22Cheapest ticket
4kgCO₂ emissions

Train Washington to Harrisburg: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$80
Average train trip duration5h 11m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure07:25
Distance95 miles
Latest train departure18:10

Washington to Harrisburg Train

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Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Harrisburg from Washington, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Harrisburg

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Washington to Harrisburg cost?

    The average train ticket price from Washington to Harrisburg is US$80. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Washington to Harrisburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Washington to Harrisburg?

    A train trip between Washington and Harrisburg is around 5h 11m, although the fastest train will take about 4h. This is the time it takes to travel the 96 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Washington and Harrisburg?

    The number of trains from Washington to Harrisburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Washington to Harrisburg by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Washington to Harrisburg?

    When taking the train from Washington to Harrisburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
25/06
US$114
26/06
US$114
Today
US$114
28/06
US$94
29/06
US$143
30/06
US$65
01/07
US$58
02/07
US$94
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington to Harrisburg was searched and found on 1 Jul 2025 with a price of US$58

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Washington to Harrisburg as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$58 to US$471 for a train ticket from Washington to Harrisburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$58, which is on 2025-07-01.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Harrisburg you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Washington and Harrisburg, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Washington to Harrisburg and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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Train from Harrisburg to Washington

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