The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrisburg, PA to Trenton, NJ
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
2 h 32 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrisburg, PA to Trenton, NJ 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 Trenton, NJ will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 2 trains that leave Harrisburg, PA for Trenton, NJ on Sat, Feb 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Feb 07 the direct trains cover the 182 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 32 m .
On Sat, Feb 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 38 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 Trenton, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg, PA to Trenton, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €326.
Distance: 113 miles (182 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€36 Average price | €362 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest |
3h 4m Average total duration 2h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Harrisburg, PA to Trenton, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrisburg, PA to Trenton, NJ trains for today, Friday, February 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
640 Keystone Service | 10:00 AM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 2h35 | 12:35 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
642 Keystone Service | 10:55 AM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 2h37 | 1:32 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
600 Keystone Service | 11:40 AM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 2h33 | 2:13 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
644 Keystone Service | 12:55 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 2h16 | 3:11 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
644 Keystone Service · 86 Northeast Regional | 12:55 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h22 | 4:17 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1 transfer | |
644 Keystone Service · 56 Vermonter | 12:55 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 2h31 | 3:26 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1 transfer | |
646 Keystone Service | 2:00 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 2h22 | 4:22 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
648 Keystone Service | 3:05 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 2h17 | 5:22 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
648 Keystone Service · 174 Northeast Regional | 3:05 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 2h56 | 6:01 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1 transfer | |
650 Keystone Service | 5:05 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 2h37 | 7:42 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
42 Pennsylvanian · 652 Keystone Service | 6:05 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 4h39 | 10:44 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1 transfer | |
42 Pennsylvanian | 6:05 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 2h49 | 8:54 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
42 Pennsylvanian · 178 Northeast Regional | 6:05 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 5h20 | 11:25 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 1 transfer | |
652 Keystone Service | 8:08 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 2h36 | 10:44 PM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
654 Keystone Service | 9:30 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 2h47 | 12:17 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
656 Keystone Service | 10:40 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 2h27 | 1:07 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
658 Keystone Service | 11:40 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 2h31 | 2:11 AM Trenton Transit Center, Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrisburg, PA to Trenton, NJ
Trains from Harrisburg, PA to Trenton, NJ run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 21:24. The fastest train covers the 113 miles (182 km) distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 113 miles (182 km) |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 21:24 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Harrisburg, PA to Trenton, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Harrisburg, PA and Trenton, NJ from $29 (€23). 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 Trenton, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrisburg, PA to Trenton, NJ 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 Trenton, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Harrisburg, PA to Trenton, NJ
- 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 24/7 with multiple entry and exit points.
- Settimo Cielo
- 1911 Smokehouse BBQ
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Trenton Marriott Downtown
- Lafayette Park Hotel and Suites
- Wyndham Garden Trenton
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: Platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Bus: NJ Transit Bus Lines 409, 601, 606, 608, 609, 611, 619
- Light Rail: River Line
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