The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Penn Station, New York, NY
Cheapest price
$98
Average price
$166
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 22 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
250 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Penn Station, New York, NY 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 Penn Station, New York, NY will cost around $166 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $98.
Of the 6 trains that leave Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA for Penn Station, New York, NY on Sun, Mar 15, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 15 the direct trains cover the 250 km distance in an average of 3 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Sun, Mar 15 the slowest trains will take 3 h 40 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.
624 Keystone Service
42 Pennsylvanian
648 Keystone Service
644 Keystone Service
656 Keystone Service
644 Keystone Service
624 Keystone Service
648 Keystone Service
656 Keystone Service
650 Keystone ServiceTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Penn Station, New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Penn Station, New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $191.
Distance: 155 miles (250 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$77 Average price | $64 Average price Cheapest | $498 Average price |
3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 13m Average total duration 12h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Penn Station, New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Penn Station, New York, NY trains for today, Saturday, March 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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656 Keystone Service | 9:40 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h23 | 1:03 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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624 Keystone Service | 12:00 AM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h15 | 3:15 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
644 Keystone Service | 11:55 AM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h10 | 3:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
648 Keystone Service | 2:05 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h21 | 5:26 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
650 Keystone Service | 4:05 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h40 | 7:45 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
42 Pennsylvanian | 5:05 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h45 | 8:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Penn Station, New York, NY
Trains from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Penn Station, New York, NY run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€42) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 155 miles (250 km) distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 155 miles (250 km) |
Average train duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€42) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:46 |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Penn Station, New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA and Penn Station, New York, NY from $32 (€26). 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 Penn Station, New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Penn Station, New York, NY 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 Penn Station, New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Penn Station, New York, NY
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
