The cheapest and fastest trains from Wilmington, DE to Harrisburg, PA
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wilmington, DE 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 Wilmington, DE to Harrisburg, PA will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 4 trains that leave Wilmington, DE for Harrisburg, PA on Fri, Nov 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 128 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 9 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 and train for Wilmington, DE to Harrisburg, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilmington, DE to Harrisburg, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €38.
Distance: 79 miles (128 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€54 Average price | €50 Average price Cheapest |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Wilmington, DE to Harrisburg, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Wilmington, DE to Harrisburg, PA trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:28 AM Wilmington, DE | 2h47 | 1:15 PM Harrisburg, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:49 PM Wilmington, DE | 2h37 | 6:26 PM Harrisburg, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:42 PM Wilmington, DE | 2h39 | 7:21 PM Harrisburg, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:16 PM Wilmington, DE | 3h09 | 11:25 PM Harrisburg, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wilmington, DE to Harrisburg, PA
Trains from Wilmington, DE to Harrisburg, PA run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 79 miles (128 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 79 miles (128 km) |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 21:55 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Wilmington, DE to Harrisburg, PA trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Wilmington, DE and Harrisburg, PA from $25 (€20). 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 Wilmington, DE to Harrisburg, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE 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 Wilmington, DE to Harrisburg, PA
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
- Mikimotos Asian Grill & Sushi Bar
- La Fia Bistro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hotel du Pont
- Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown
- Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for Amtrak and SEPTA services
- Bus: Several DART First State bus lines available
- Amtrak: Northeast Corridor services
- SEPTA: Wilmington/Newark Line
- 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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