The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$116
Fastest journey
2 h 49 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
235 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ 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 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ will cost around $116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 16 trains that leave Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA for Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ on Thu, Dec 11, 13 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 235 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 49 m .
On Thu, Dec 11 the slowest trains will take 3 h 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, bus, and flight for Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, and a flight costs an average of €284.
Distance: 146 miles (235 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€56 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest | €452 Average price |
3h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 59m Average total duration 11h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ 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 |
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644 Keystone Service | 12:55 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 2h51 | 3:46 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
644 Keystone Service · 56 Vermonter | 12:55 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h06 | 4:01 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
644 Keystone Service · 86 Northeast Regional | 12:55 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h56 | 4:51 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
646 Keystone Service | 2:00 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h00 | 5:00 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
648 Keystone Service | 3:08 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 2h49 | 5:57 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
648 Keystone Service · 174 Northeast Regional | 3:08 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h44 | 6:52 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
650 Keystone Service | 5:10 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h10 | 8:20 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
42 Pennsylvanian | 6:05 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h25 | 9:30 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
652 Keystone Service | 8:08 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h23 | 11:31 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
654 Keystone Service | 9:20 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h33 | 12:53 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
656 Keystone Service | 10:30 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h14 | 1:44 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
658 Keystone Service | 11:46 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 2h58 | 2:44 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, December 11 | |||||
624 Keystone Service | 2:20 AM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 2h56 | 5:16 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
640 Keystone Service | 10:00 AM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h14 | 1:14 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
642 Keystone Service | 10:45 AM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h19 | 2:04 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
Trains from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) but you can travel from only $41 (€33) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:55, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 146 miles (235 km) distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 146 miles (235 km) |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 09:55 |
Last train 23:05 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA and Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ from $41 (€33). 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 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Newark Penn Station, Newark, 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 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Newark Penn Station, Newark, 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 - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Market Street and Raymond Boulevard.
- Forno's of Spain
- Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station
- Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown
- Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Newark Light Rail connections
- Hall 3: PATH connections
- NJ Transit: Lines Northeast Corridor, North Jersey Coast Line, Raritan Valley Line
- Newark Light Rail
- PATH: Newark-WTC line
- Bus: Several NJ Transit bus lines available
