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Compare train for Harrisburg, PA to Ardmore, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg, PA to Ardmore, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $41 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $41, while a train costs an average of $41.
Distance: 86 miles (139 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$41 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Harrisburg, PA to Ardmore, PA:
A train is $15 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Harrisburg, PA to Ardmore, PA costing on average $56.
Other travel options to Ardmore, PA take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 32m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (1h 32m by train vs 1h 37m by car). Tickets start at around $41 compared to roughly $20 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Harrisburg, PA to Ardmore, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrisburg, PA to Ardmore, PA trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:20 AM Harrisburg, PA | 1h34 | 12:54 PM Ardmore, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrisburg, PA to Ardmore, PA
Trains from Harrisburg, PA to Ardmore, PA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 86 miles (139 km) distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 86 miles (139 km) |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 4:52 AM |
Last train 10:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Harrisburg, PA to Ardmore, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Harrisburg, PA and Ardmore, PA from $41. 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 Harrisburg, PA to Ardmore, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrisburg, PA to Ardmore, 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 Ardmore, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Harrisburg, PA to Ardmore, PA
Most Harrisburg, PA to Ardmore, PA trains use the Harrisburg Station to Ardmore Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Harrisburg, PA and Ardmore, PA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Harrisburg, PA station do trains to Ardmore, PA leave from?
Getting to Harrisburg Station from Harrisburg city centre
Harrisburg Station is 1 km from Harrisburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Harrisburg Station train station facilities and services
Harrisburg Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Millworks, Bricco
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Harrisburg Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Harrisburg Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Harrisburg Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Harrisburg Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Harrisburg Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Harrisburg, Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey, Radisson Hotel Harrisburg.
Which Ardmore, PA station do trains from Harrisburg, PA arrive at?
Getting to Ardmore Station from Ardmore city centre
Ardmore Station train station facilities and services
Ardmore Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ardmore Station Café, Tired Hands Brewing Company
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ardmore Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ardmore Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ardmore Inn, Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Devon/Villanova, The Radnor Hotel.
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