How to travel from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, while a train costs an average of €59.

Distance: 146 miles (235 km)

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€59

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€27

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4h 13m

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The cheapest way to travel from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ is a bus with an average price of €32.

This is compared to other travel options from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ:

A bus is €27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ costing on average €59.

A bus is €246 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ costing on average €278.

The fastest way to travel from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ is by train with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Newark, NJ take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 13m.

Flight takes on average 14h 49m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Harrisburg, PA and Newark, NJ including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ 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 €59 compared to roughly €27 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-32.07. The journey takes 3h 5m 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.

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from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ

How to get from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ by train, bus or flight.

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

  • Greyhound
    4:45 AM3h10
    Harrisburg, PA
    7:55 AMNewark, NJ
    421One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Greyhound
    4:45 AM3h10
    Harrisburg, PA
    7:55 AMNewark, NJ
    421One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Greyhound
    4:45 AM3h10
    Harrisburg, PA
    7:55 AMNewark, NJ
    421One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Greyhound
    5:45 AM3h10
    Harrisburg, PA
    8:55 AMNewark, NJ
    441One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greyhound
    3:25 PM5h05
    Harrisburg, PA
    8:30 PMNewark, NJ
    521One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greyhound
    2:25 PM5h05
    Harrisburg, PA
    7:30 PMNewark, NJ
    561One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ

Travel to Newark, NJ 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 Newark, NJ.

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There are 3 options to travel between Harrisburg, PA and Newark, NJ including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ is a bus with an average price of €32.

This is compared to other travel options from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ:

A bus is €27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ costing on average €59.

A bus is €246 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ costing on average €278.

The fastest way to travel from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ is by train with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Newark, NJ take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 13m.

Flight takes on average 14h 49m.

The distance from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ is approximately 146 miles (235 km).
The average frequency per day from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ is:
  • Around 47 flights per day.
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ:
  • Flights mostly depart from Harrisburg International Airport and arrive in LaGuardia Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA and arrive in Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ.
  • Buses mostly depart from Harrisburg, Market St (Bus Station), PA and arrive in Newark, Penn Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Newark, NJ by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Newark, NJ by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct buses per day with Greyhound, FlixBus.
  • 9 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Harrisburg, PA to Newark, NJ often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, PA, Boston, MA, Baltimore, MD. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Newark, NJ and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Newark, NJ to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Newark, NJ, you can enjoy a sports event or concert at Prudential Center, catch a performance at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center or Newark Symphony Hall, and explore Riverfront Park for scenic views along the Passaic River. The Ironbound District offers a vibrant culinary scene with Portuguese and Spanish flavors. For sightseeing, visit the Newark Museum of Art, admire the cherry blossoms in Branch Brook Park, explore the stunning architecture of the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, and enjoy the public art in Military Park.
For a fulfilling experience, spending 2 to 3 days in Newark, NJ is ideal to explore its cultural attractions, such as the Newark Museum of Art, Branch Brook Park, and the Prudential Center, along with enjoying its diverse dining scene.
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