How much is the train ticket from Washington to Harrisburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Harrisburg start at $73. The average price for this train route is around $160. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Washington to Harrisburg?

The average train trip from Washington to Harrisburg takes 4h 34m and covers 153 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h and is operated by Amtrak Acela .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Harrisburg route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 20 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Harrisburg?

The earliest train from Washington to Harrisburg departs at 5:05am. The latest train departs at 6:35pm.

What is the best train operator from Washington to Harrisburg?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Harrisburg?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Washington to Harrisburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Washington to Harrisburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Washington to Harrisburg from $69 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Harrisburg on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:05am	Union Station	4h 8m	9:13am	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
	Train	1:25pm	Union Station	4h 4m	5:29pm	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
	Train	5:05am	Union Station	4h 8m	9:13am	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	2:50pm	Union Station	4h 36m	7:26pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
	Train	6:30am	Union Station	4h 15m	10:45am	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Harrisburg on January 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	4:25pm	Union Station	4h 17m	8:42pm	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	8:40am	Union Station	4h 5m	12:45pm	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
	Train	7:30am	Union Station	5h 15m	12:45pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	8:40am	Union Station	4h 5m	12:45pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
	Train	7:30am	Union Station	5h 15m	12:45pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Harrisburg on January 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:22am	Union Station	4h 23m	12:45pm	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	8:40am	Union Station	4h 5m	12:45pm	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
	Train	7:13am	Union Station	5h 32m	12:45pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	8:40am	Union Station	4h 5m	12:45pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
	Train	7:13am	Union Station	5h 32m	12:45pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Harrisburg on January 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:30am	Union Station	5h 15m	12:45pm	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	8:40am	Union Station	4h 5m	12:45pm	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
	Train	7:30am	Union Station	5h 15m	12:45pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	8:40am	Union Station	4h 5m	12:45pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
	Train	9:10am	Union Station	5h 16m	2:26pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Harrisburg on January 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:10am	Union Station	4h 39m	12:49pm	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
	Train	1:25pm	Union Station	4h 4m	5:29pm	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
	Train	5:05am	Union Station	4h 8m	9:13am	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	2:50pm	Union Station	4h 36m	7:26pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
	Train	5:05am	Union Station	4h 8m	9:13am	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Harrisburg on January 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:05am	Union Station	4h 8m	9:13am	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
	Train	1:25pm	Union Station	4h 4m	5:29pm	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
	Train	5:05am	Union Station	4h 8m	9:13am	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	2:50pm	Union Station	4h 36m	7:26pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
	Train	6:30am	Union Station	4h 15m	10:45am	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Harrisburg on January 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:05am	Union Station	4h 8m	9:13am	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
	Train	1:25pm	Union Station	4h 4m	5:29pm	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
	Train	5:05am	Union Station	4h 8m	9:13am	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	2:50pm	Union Station	4h 36m	7:26pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
	Train	6:30am	Union Station	4h 15m	10:45am	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Harrisburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Harrisburg. The journey takes about 5 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

5h 25mAverage Duration

144 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$39 - $199	Average Duration5h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$73 - $1,333	Average Duration4h 34m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,738 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Amtrak Acela

4.5/515 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Harrisburg by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Washington to Harrisburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Harrisburg start at $73. The average price for this train route is around $160. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Washington to Harrisburg?
The average train trip from Washington to Harrisburg takes 4h 34m and covers 153 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h and is operated by Amtrak Acela.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Harrisburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 20 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Harrisburg?
The earliest train from Washington to Harrisburg departs at 5:05am. The latest train departs at 6:35pm.
What is the best train operator from Washington to Harrisburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Harrisburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Washington to Harrisburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Washington to Harrisburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-13

$85

01-14

$77

Today

$112

01-16

$93

01-17

$89

01-18

$89

01-19

$85

01-20

$94

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Harrisburg was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $77

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Washington, DC, US to Harrisburg, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $77 to $2,124 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Harrisburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $85 which is on 2026-01-19.