The cheapest and fastest trains from Downingtown, PA to Harrisburg, PA
Cheapest price
$0
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Downingtown, PA to Harrisburg, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Of the 5 trains that leave Downingtown, PA for Harrisburg, PA on Tue, Dec 23, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 105 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 1 h 12 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.










Travel Information
Compare train for Downingtown, PA to Harrisburg, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Downingtown, PA to Harrisburg, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €25, and a bus costs an average of €24.
Distance: 65 miles (105 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€25 Average price Cheapest | €26 Average price |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Downingtown, PA to Harrisburg, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Downingtown, PA to Harrisburg, PA trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:53 AM Downingtown, PA | 1h11 | 8:04 AM Harrisburg, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:47 AM Downingtown, PA | 1h22 | 9:09 AM Harrisburg, PA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:31 AM Downingtown, PA | 1h18 | 10:49 AM Harrisburg, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:35 AM Downingtown, PA | 1h12 | 12:47 PM Harrisburg, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, December 23 | |||||
![]() | 5:48 AM Downingtown, PA | 1h12 | 7:00 AM Harrisburg, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Downingtown, PA to Harrisburg, PA
Trains from Downingtown, PA to Harrisburg, PA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:42. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (105 km) distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 65 miles (105 km) |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 22:42 |
Train companies: Amtrak, SEPTA from Downingtown, PA to Harrisburg, PA trainsAmtrak, SEPTA trains will get you between Downingtown, PA and Harrisburg, PA from $30 (€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: Trains from Downingtown, PA to Harrisburg, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Downingtown, PA 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
Popular train stations from Downingtown, PA to Harrisburg, 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
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