The cheapest and fastest buses from Harrisburg, PA to Lewistown, PA
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Harrisburg, PA to Lewistown, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harrisburg, PA to Lewistown, PA will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 2 buses that leave Harrisburg, PA for Lewistown, PA on Mon, Jun 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct buses cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest buses will take 1 h 5 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.
11:25 AM1h05Harrisburg, PA12:30 PMLewistown, PA$131One-way0 transfers
1:40 PM1h00Harrisburg, PA2:40 PMLewistown, PA$351One-way0 transfers
1:40 PM1h00Harrisburg, PA2:40 PMLewistown, PA$351One-way0 transfers
11:25 AM1h05Harrisburg, PA12:30 PMLewistown, PA$131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Harrisburg, PA to Lewistown, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg, PA to Lewistown, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a bus costs an average of $18.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$27 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Harrisburg, PA to Lewistown, PA:
A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Harrisburg, PA to Lewistown, PA costing on average $27 (€22).
Other travel options to Lewistown, PA take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 9m.
You'll arrive about -1h -9m sooner (1h 5m by bus vs 56m by car) and save roughly $-14.58 (€-11.93) compared to fuel and tolls ($27 (€22) vs $12 (€10)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Trailways, Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Harrisburg, PA to Lewistown, PA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $54 |
Live departures
Harrisburg, PA to Lewistown, PA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Harrisburg, PA to Lewistown, PA buses for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:25 PM Harrisburg, PA | 1h05 | 4:30 PM Lewistown, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Harrisburg, PA to Lewistown, PA buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Trailways?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Trailways, but also compare tickets for the likes of Greyhound to find the best option for your trip from Harrisburg, PA to Lewistown, PA.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Harrisburg, PA to Lewistown, PA
Buses from Harrisburg, PA to Lewistown, PA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 11:25, the last at 14:45. The fastest bus covers the 42 miles (68 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 11:25 AM |
Last bus 2:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Trailways, Greyhound from Harrisburg, PA to Lewistown, PAYou can travel by bus between Harrisburg, PA to Lewistown, PA with Trailways, Greyhound for as low as $18 (€14). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Harrisburg, PA to Lewistown, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrisburg, PA to Lewistown, PA by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lewistown, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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