The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrisburg, PA to Hartford, CT
Cheapest price
€71
Average price
€71
Fastest journey
7 h 19 m
Average duration
7 h 19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
389 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrisburg, PA to Hartford, CT 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 Hartford, CT will cost around €71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €71.
Of the 1 trains that leave Harrisburg, PA for Hartford, CT on Sun, Dec 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct trains cover the 389 km distance in an average of 7 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 19 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest trains will take 7 h 19 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 bus, train, and flight for Harrisburg, PA to Hartford, CT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg, PA to Hartford, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €44, and a flight costs an average of €232.
Distance: 241 miles (389 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€89 Average price | €59 Average price Cheapest | €328 Average price |
6h 39m Average total duration 6h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 43m Average total duration 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 8m Average total duration Fastest 5h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Harrisburg, PA to Hartford, CT train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrisburg, PA to Hartford, CT trains for today, Saturday, December 6. 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 | 6h48 | 2:08 PM Hartford, CT | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:20 AM Harrisburg, PA | 7h49 | 7:09 PM Hartford, CT | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:05 PM Harrisburg, PA | 8h32 | 10:37 PM Hartford, CT | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrisburg, PA to Hartford, CT
Trains from Harrisburg, PA to Hartford, CT run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $85 (€68) but you can travel from only $54 (€44) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 16:39. The fastest train covers the 241 miles (389 km) distance in 7h 19m.
Distance 241 miles (389 km) |
Average train duration 6h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $85 (€68) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 19m |
First train 04:51 |
Last train 16:39 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Harrisburg, PA to Hartford, CT trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Harrisburg, PA and Hartford, CT from $54 (€44). 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 Hartford, CT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrisburg, PA to Hartford, CT 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 Hartford, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Harrisburg, PA to Hartford, CT
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available with multiple access points around the station.
- Salute
- Max Downtown
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- The Goodwin Hotel
- Hilton Hartford
- Marriott Hartford Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- 4 places, covered
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and CTrail services
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTfastrak
- Local bus services
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