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Compare bus and train for Harrisburg, PA to Columbia, MD
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg, PA to Columbia, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $73.
Distance: 71 miles (115 km)
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$131 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest |
4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrisburg, PA to Columbia, MD
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Trains from Harrisburg, PA to Columbia, MD run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $73 (€59) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:57, the last at 18:37. The fastest train covers the 71 miles (115 km) distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 71 miles (115 km) |
Average train duration 3h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 (€59) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 07:57 |
Last train 18:37 |
Cheapest month Oct |
Cheapest day Mon |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Oct - Dec |
FAQs: Trains from Harrisburg, PA to Columbia, MD
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrisburg, PA to Columbia, MD 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 Columbia, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Harrisburg, PA to Columbia, MD
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 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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