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The cheapest and fastest trainsfrom Harrisburg, PA to Downingtown, PAShowing times and prices for Jul 11
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Harrisburg, PA to Downingtown, PA train with Amtrak
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Harrisburg, PA to Downingtown, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg, PA to Downingtown, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $26, and a bus costs an average of $29.
Distance: 65 miles (105 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$26 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price |
1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Harrisburg, PA to Downingtown, PA:
A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Harrisburg, PA to Downingtown, PA costing on average $32 (€26).
Other travel options to Downingtown, PA take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 16m.
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Harrisburg, PA to Downingtown, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrisburg, PA to Downingtown, PA trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:20 AM Harrisburg, PA | 1h06 | 8:26 AM Downingtown, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrisburg, PA to Downingtown, PA
Trains from Harrisburg, PA to Downingtown, PA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:44. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (105 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 65 miles (105 km) |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 10:44 PM |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Harrisburg, PA to Downingtown, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Harrisburg, PA and Downingtown, PA from $26 (€21). 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 Downingtown, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrisburg, PA to Downingtown, 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 Downingtown, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Harrisburg, PA to Downingtown, PA
Most Harrisburg, PA to Downingtown, PA trains use the Harrisburg Station to Downingtown Amtrak station pair. Use this guide to compare Harrisburg, PA and Downingtown, 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 Downingtown, 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 Downingtown, PA station do trains from Harrisburg, PA arrive at?
Getting to Downingtown Amtrak from Downingtown city centre
Downingtown Amtrak train station facilities and services
Downingtown Amtrak has practical services for this route, including ATM.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Downingtown Amtrak.
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