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Compare bus and train for Harrisburg, PA to New Carrollton, MD
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg, PA to New Carrollton, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a train costs an average of $72.
Distance: 90 miles (145 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$83 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 33m Average total duration 7h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Harrisburg, PA to New Carrollton, MD:
A bus is $45 (€37) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Harrisburg, PA to New Carrollton, MD costing on average $83 (€68).
Other travel options to New Carrollton, MD take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 3m.
Tickets start at around $83 (€68) compared to roughly $22 (€18) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-61.35 (€-50.31). The journey takes 7h 3m versus 2h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Harrisburg, PA to New Carrollton, MD train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrisburg, PA to New Carrollton, MD trains for today, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:05 PM Harrisburg, PA | 5h12 | 10:17 PM New Carrollton, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrisburg, PA to New Carrollton, MD
Trains from Harrisburg, PA to New Carrollton, MD run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $72 (€59) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:35, the last at 19:05. The fastest train covers the 90 miles (145 km) distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 90 miles (145 km) |
Average train duration 7h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€59) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 20m |
First train 6:35 AM |
Last train 7:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
FAQs: Trains from Harrisburg, PA to New Carrollton, MD
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrisburg, PA to New Carrollton, 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 New Carrollton, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Harrisburg, PA to New Carrollton, MD
Most Harrisburg, PA to New Carrollton, MD trains use the Harrisburg Station to New Carrollton Amtrak Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Harrisburg, PA and New Carrollton, MD 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 New Carrollton, MD 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 New Carrollton, MD station do trains from Harrisburg, PA arrive at?
Getting to New Carrollton Amtrak Station from New Carrollton city centre
New Carrollton Amtrak Station is 2 km from New Carrollton city centre. Public transport options include:
New Carrollton Amtrak Station train station facilities and services
New Carrollton Amtrak 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: Golden Pavilion Restaurant, Mid-Atlantic Seafood
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at New Carrollton Amtrak Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at New Carrollton Amtrak Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at New Carrollton Amtrak Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at New Carrollton Amtrak Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at New Carrollton Amtrak Station: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Courtyard by Marriott New Carrollton, Metro Points Hotel, Days Inn by Wyndham Lanham.
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