The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrisburg, PA to Lakewood, NJ
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
2 h 18 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
227 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrisburg, PA to Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, NJ will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 1 trains that leave Harrisburg, PA for Lakewood, NJ on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 227 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 18 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 18 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.
1:00 AM2h18Harrisburg, PA3:18 AMLakewood, NJ$391One-way0 transfers
1:00 AM2h18Harrisburg, PA3:18 AMLakewood, NJ$391One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Harrisburg, PA to Lakewood, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg, PA to Lakewood, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $518.
Distance: 141 miles (227 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$39 Average price Cheapest | $49 Average price | $518 Average price | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 4m Average total duration 7h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 19m Average total duration 14h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Harrisburg, PA to Lakewood, NJ:
A train is $11 (€9) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Harrisburg, PA to Lakewood, NJ costing on average $49 (€40).
A train is $479 (€391) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Harrisburg, PA to Lakewood, NJ costing on average $518 (€423).
Other travel options to Lakewood, NJ take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 34m.
Flight takes on average 14h 19m.
Tickets start at around $39 (€32) compared to roughly $32 (€26) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-6.54 (€-5.34). The journey takes 2h 38m versus 2h 31m 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 Lakewood, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrisburg, PA to Lakewood, NJ trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:00 AM Harrisburg, PA | 2h18 | 3:18 AM Lakewood, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrisburg, PA to Lakewood, NJ
Trains from Harrisburg, PA to Lakewood, NJ run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:00, the last at 01:00. The fastest train covers the 141 miles (227 km) distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 141 miles (227 km) |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 1:00 AM |
Last train 1:00 AM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Amtrak from Harrisburg, PA to Lakewood, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Harrisburg, PA and Lakewood, NJ from $39 (€32). 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 Lakewood, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrisburg, PA to Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Harrisburg, PA to Lakewood, 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
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