How much is the train ticket from Boston to Harrisburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Harrisburg start at $118. The average price for this train route is around $229. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Boston to Harrisburg?

The average train trip from Boston to Harrisburg takes 8h 20m and covers 526 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 9m and is operated by Amtrak Acela .

Which train operators serve the Boston to Harrisburg route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 38 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

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

The earliest train from Boston to Harrisburg departs at 5:05am. The latest train departs at 7:01pm.

What is the best train operator from Boston 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 14 reviews.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Boston 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 Boston to Harrisburg from $114 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Boston to Harrisburg on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:50am	Boston Route 128, MA	8h 52m	3:42pm	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	1:23pm	Boston Route 128, MA	7h 19m	8:42pm	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
	Train	6:50am	Boston Route 128, MA	8h 52m	3:42pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	11:19am	Boston Route 128, MA	7h 23m	6:42pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
	Train	6:50am	Boston Route 128, MA	9h 42m	4:32pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Harrisburg on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:57am	Boston Route 128, MA	8h 32m	8:29pm	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	1:20pm	Boston Route 128, MA	7h 9m	8:29pm	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	5:19am	Boston Route 128, MA	7h 28m	12:47pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	8h 1m	2:26pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	5:19am	Boston Route 128, MA	7h 28m	12:47pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Harrisburg on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	8h 1m	2:26pm	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	1:20pm	Boston Route 128, MA	7h 9m	8:29pm	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	5:19am	Boston Route 128, MA	7h 28m	12:47pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	8h 1m	2:26pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	5:19am	Boston Route 128, MA	7h 28m	12:47pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Harrisburg on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:57am	Boston Route 128, MA	8h 32m	8:29pm	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	1:20pm	Boston Route 128, MA	7h 9m	8:29pm	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	5:19am	Boston Route 128, MA	7h 28m	12:47pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
	Train	6:25am	Boston Route 128, MA	8h 1m	2:26pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	5:19am	Boston Route 128, MA	7h 28m	12:47pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Harrisburg on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:55am	Boston Route 128, MA	8h 47m	6:42pm	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	1:23pm	Boston Route 128, MA	7h 19m	8:42pm	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	6:20am	Boston Route 128, MA	8h 6m	2:26pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
	Train	6:50am	Boston Route 128, MA	9h 42m	4:32pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	6:20am	Boston Route 128, MA	8h 6m	2:26pm	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston 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 12 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $80, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

12h 25mAverage Duration

534 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$80 - $419	Average Duration12h 25m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$118 - $1,204	Average Duration8h 20m	CO₂ emissions 48kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,614 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, 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 Boston to Harrisburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Harrisburg start at $118. The average price for this train route is around $229. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Boston to Harrisburg?
The average train trip from Boston to Harrisburg takes 8h 20m and covers 526 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 9m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.
Which train operators serve the Boston to Harrisburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 38 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Harrisburg?
The earliest train from Boston to Harrisburg departs at 5:05am. The latest train departs at 7:01pm.
What is the best train operator from Boston 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 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Boston 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 Boston to Harrisburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Boston 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

11-27

$279

11-28

$216

Today

$352

11-30

$626

12-01

$423

12-02

No data

12-03

$165

12-04

$346

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Harrisburg was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $165

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

You can expect to pay from $165 to $690 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Harrisburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $165 which is on 2025-12-03.