How much does a cheap train ticket from Harrisburg to New York City cost?

The average train ticket price from Harrisburg to New York City is $84. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Harrisburg to New York City is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the trip from Harrisburg to New York City?

A train trip between Harrisburg and New York City is around 3h 33m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 7m. This is the time it takes to travel the 249 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Harrisburg and New York City?

The number of trains from Harrisburg to New York City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Harrisburg to New York City by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Harrisburg to New York City?

When taking the train from Harrisburg to New York City, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Harrisburg to New York City from $68 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Harrisburg to New York City on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:15pm	Harrisburg, PA	3h 20m	12:35am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Harrisburg to New York City on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:15pm	Harrisburg, PA	3h 20m	12:35am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	7:55am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 10m	11:05am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	5:00am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 33m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:55am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 55m	9:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	5:55am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 31m	9:26am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Harrisburg to New York City on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:25am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 37m	12:02pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	9:30am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 19m	12:49pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	7:20am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 29m	10:49am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:20am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 37m	2:57pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	1:05pm	Harrisburg, PA	3h 45m	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Harrisburg to New York City on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:05pm	Harrisburg, PA	3h 29m	10:34pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	9:30am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 19m	12:49pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	7:20am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 29m	10:49am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:20am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 37m	2:57pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	1:05pm	Harrisburg, PA	3h 45m	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Harrisburg to New York City on November 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:08am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 7m	1:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:00am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 33m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:45am	Harrisburg, PA	4h 5m	9:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	5:45am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 41m	9:26am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:45am	Harrisburg, PA	4h 5m	9:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Harrisburg to New York City on November 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:00am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 33m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:08am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 7m	1:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	5:45am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 41m	9:26am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:45am	Harrisburg, PA	4h 5m	9:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	6:40am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 31m	10:11am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Harrisburg to New York City on November 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:00am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 33m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:08am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 7m	1:15pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	5:45am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 41m	9:26am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:45am	Harrisburg, PA	4h 5m	9:50am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	6:40am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 31m	10:11am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Harrisburg to New York City on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:30am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 32m	12:02pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	2:05pm	Harrisburg, PA	3h 27m	5:32pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	7:20am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 29m	10:49am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:20am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 29m	12:49pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	11:20am	Harrisburg, PA	3h 37m	2:57pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:23 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Harrisburg to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

4h 40mAverage Duration

251 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$51 - $231	Average Duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$63 - $402	Average Duration3h 33m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,596 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Users have expressed their love for traveling with Amtrak, praising the comfortable and quick train rides. They appreciate the excellent staff members on board. However, some mentioned issues such as slow service at Harrisburg station, cold temperatures inside the train, and high ticket prices that could be improved.

Amtrak Harrisburg New York City recent customer reviews

Train is comfortable, quick and train employees are great. The ticket lady at Harrisburg train station has been very slow and it was very cold inside the train. Ticket price could be lower.

Viliam U.

August 29, 2023

My experience for my 1st trip with Amtrak was a great experience and I would travel this way again.

Jennifer H.

November 27, 2021

I really enjoyed

Begzudin J.

August 20, 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Harrisburg to New York City by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Harrisburg to New York City cost?
The average train ticket price from Harrisburg to New York City is $84. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Harrisburg to New York City is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Harrisburg to New York City?
A train trip between Harrisburg and New York City is around 3h 33m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 7m. This is the time it takes to travel the 249 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Harrisburg and New York City?
The number of trains from Harrisburg to New York City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Harrisburg to New York City by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Harrisburg to New York City?
When taking the train from Harrisburg to New York City, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-18

$80

11-19

$80

Today

$87

11-21

$87

11-22

$153

11-23

$153

11-24

$124

11-25

$124

The cheapest trip from Harrisburg to New York City was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $80

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

You can expect to pay from $80 to $371 for a train ticket from Harrisburg to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $87 which is on 2025-11-21.