The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
1 h 35 m
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 2 trains that leave Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA on Thu, Dec 11, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 11 the direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 35 m .
On Thu, Dec 11 the slowest trains will take 1 h 54 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.




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Compare train and bus for Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, 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 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €26, and a bus costs an average of €23.
Distance: 91 miles (148 km)
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€32 Average price Cheapest | €37 Average price |
2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
642 Keystone Service | 10:45 AM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h55 | 12:40 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
600 Keystone Service | 11:40 AM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h53 | 1:33 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
644 Keystone Service | 12:55 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h35 | 2:30 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
646 Keystone Service | 2:00 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h41 | 3:41 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
648 Keystone Service | 3:08 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h35 | 4:43 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
650 Keystone Service | 5:10 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h47 | 6:57 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
42 Pennsylvanian | 6:05 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h54 | 7:59 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
652 Keystone Service | 8:08 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h50 | 9:58 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
654 Keystone Service | 9:20 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h56 | 11:16 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
656 Keystone Service | 10:30 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h48 | 12:18 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
658 Keystone Service | 11:46 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h40 | 1:26 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, December 11 | |||||
620 Keystone Service | 1:00 AM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h40 | 2:40 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
624 Keystone Service | 2:20 AM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1h40 | 4:00 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 11:55, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 91 miles (148 km) distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 91 miles (148 km) |
Average train duration 1h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 11:55 |
Last train 23:05 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA and 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA from $28 (€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 Station, Harrisburg, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, 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 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
- 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
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
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