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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | Harrisburg, PA | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | Harrisburg, PA | No tags | ||||
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | Penn Station | Harrisburg, PA | No tags | ||||
| Train | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | Harrisburg, PA | No tags | ||||
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | Penn Station | Harrisburg, PA | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Harrisburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Harrisburg. The journey takes about 3 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ 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 Newark to Harrisburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Harrisburg start at $71. The average price for this train route is around $112. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Newark to Harrisburg?
The average train trip from Newark to Harrisburg takes 3h 18m and covers 236 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 53m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Newark to Harrisburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 19 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to Harrisburg?
The earliest train from Newark to Harrisburg departs at 5:06am. The latest train departs at 11:42pm.
What is the best train operator from Newark 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 Newark 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 Newark 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 Newark 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.
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Harrisburg was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $78To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newark, NJ to Harrisburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $78 to $869 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Harrisburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $78 which is on 2025-12-01.
