The cheapest and fastest trains from Rochester, NY to Harrisburg, PA
Cheapest price
$161
Average price
$616
Fastest journey
11 h 49 m
Average duration
12 h 50 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
326 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rochester, NY to Harrisburg, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rochester, NY to Harrisburg, PA will cost around $616 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $161.
Of the 2 trains that leave Rochester, NY for Harrisburg, PA on Tue, Mar 24, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 24 the direct trains cover the 326 km distance in an average of 12 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 49 m .
On Tue, Mar 24 the slowest trains will take 13 h 50 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, flight, and train for Rochester, NY to Harrisburg, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rochester, NY to Harrisburg, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $104. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $104, and a flight costs an average of $284.
Distance: 202 miles (326 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$198 Average price | $411 Average price | $150 Average price Cheapest |
11h 7m Average total duration 10h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 29m Average total duration Fastest 4h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 40m Average total duration 14h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rochester, NY to Harrisburg, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Rochester, NY to Harrisburg, PA trains for today, Monday, March 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
280 Empire Service · 647 Keystone Service | 9:40 AM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 11h49 | 9:29 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1 transfer | |
284 Empire Service · 653 Keystone Service | 12:34 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 11h57 | 12:31 AM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1 transfer | |
48 Lake Shore Limited · 657 Keystone Service | 2:06 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 13h58 | 4:04 AM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rochester, NY to Harrisburg, PA
Trains from Rochester, NY to Harrisburg, PA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $155 (€126) but you can travel from only $104 (€84) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 202 miles (326 km) distance in 11h 47m.
Distance 202 miles (326 km) |
Average train duration 10h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $155 (€126) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 11h 47m |
First train 05:33 |
Last train 21:15 |
Cheapest month Feb |
Cheapest day Mon |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Amtrak from Rochester, NY to Harrisburg, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Rochester, NY and Harrisburg, PA from $104 (€84). 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 Rochester, NY to Harrisburg, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochester, NY to Harrisburg, 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 Harrisburg, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rochester, NY to Harrisburg, PA
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is an intermodal transit station with facilities for Amtrak and bus services.
- Bus: Local and regional bus transportation is provided
- 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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