How to travel from Harrisburg, PA to Baltimore, MD

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Compare bus and train for Harrisburg, PA to Baltimore, MD

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg, PA to Baltimore, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $33 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, while a train costs an average of $136.

Distance: 69 miles (112 km)

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$16

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The cheapest way to travel from Harrisburg, PA to Baltimore, MD is a bus with an average price of $33.

This is compared to other travel options from Harrisburg, PA to Baltimore, MD:

A bus is $103 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Harrisburg, PA to Baltimore, MD costing on average $136.

The fastest way to travel from Harrisburg, PA to Baltimore, MD is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 15m.

Other travel options to Baltimore, MD take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Harrisburg, PA and Baltimore, MD including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Harrisburg, PA to Baltimore, MD among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $136 compared to roughly $16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-119.16. The journey takes 3h 0m versus 1h 18m 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.

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from Harrisburg, PA to Baltimore, MD

How to get from Harrisburg, PA to Baltimore, MD by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Harrisburg, PA to Baltimore, MD is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Amtrak622 Keystone Service · 67 Northeast Regional
    9:10 PM8h52
    Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA
    6:02 AMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
    $491One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Amtrak622 Keystone Service · 67 Northeast Regional
    9:10 PM8h52
    Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA
    6:02 AMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
    $491One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Amtrak42 Pennsylvanian · 1161 Northeast Regional
    1:05 PM3h34
    Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA
    4:39 PMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
    $1511One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Amtrak648 Keystone Service · 1195 Northeast Regional
    10:05 AM3h39
    Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA
    1:44 PMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
    $1001One-way
    1 transfer
  • Amtrak600 Keystone Service · 1111 Northeast Regional
    6:35 AM4h08
    Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA
    10:43 AMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
    $1001One-way
    1 transfer
  • Amtrak642 Keystone Service · 79 Carolinian
    5:50 AM4h19
    Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA
    10:09 AMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
    $1511One-way
    1 transfer
  • Greyhound ·
    5:45 AM10h05
    Harrisburg, Market St (Bus Station), PA
    3:50 PMWhite Marsh, Park & Ride
    $1091One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Harrisburg, PA to Baltimore, MD

Travel to Baltimore, MD easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Harrisburg, PA to Baltimore, MD.

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There are 2 options to travel between Harrisburg, PA and Baltimore, MD including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Harrisburg, PA to Baltimore, MD is a bus with an average price of $33.

This is compared to other travel options from Harrisburg, PA to Baltimore, MD:

A bus is $103 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Harrisburg, PA to Baltimore, MD costing on average $136.

The fastest way to travel from Harrisburg, PA to Baltimore, MD is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 15m.

Other travel options to Baltimore, MD take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 30m.

The distance from Harrisburg, PA to Baltimore, MD is approximately 69 miles (112 km).
The average frequency per day from Harrisburg, PA to Baltimore, MD is:
  • Around 17 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Harrisburg, PA and Baltimore, MD as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Harrisburg, PA to Baltimore, MD:
  • Trains mostly depart from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA and arrive in Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD.
  • Buses mostly depart from Harrisburg, Market St (Bus Station), PA and arrive in Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Harrisburg, PA to Baltimore, MD, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Baltimore, MD by train.
  • Travel with Greyhound to go to Baltimore, MD by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Harrisburg, PA to Baltimore, MD:
  • 1 direct buses per day with Greyhound.
Omio customers who travel from Harrisburg, PA to Baltimore, MD often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Orlando, FL, Atlanta, GA, Boston, MA, Chicago, IL. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Baltimore, MD and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Baltimore, MD to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Baltimore, MD, you can explore Fell's Point, a charming historic district with cobblestone streets, pubs, and boutiques. Enjoy a scenic stroll through Patterson Park, which offers beautiful views, walking trails, and a historic pagoda. Attend a Broadway show or concert at the beautifully restored Hippodrome Theatre. Visit the Maryland Zoo to see a wide variety of animals, or explore the Walters Art Museum's diverse collection of art. Discover the city's best sights, including the historic Fort McHenry National Monument, the renowned National Aquarium, the Baltimore Museum of Art, and the vibrant Inner Harbor with its shops, restaurants, and attractions like the Maryland Science Center and American Visionary Art Museum.
To fully explore Baltimore, MD, and its key attractions like the Inner Harbor, National Aquarium, Fort McHenry, and various museums, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.
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