How much does a train ticket cost from Richmond to Harrisburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Harrisburg start from £60. The average price for this train route is around £118. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Richmond to Harrisburg?

The average train journey time from Richmond to Harrisburg is 8h 23m, covering a distance of 186 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 58m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Richmond to Harrisburg route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Richmond to Harrisburg departs at 04:52. And the latest train departs at 15:13.

Train Richmond to Harrisburg from £57 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Richmond to Harrisburg on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:08	Staples Mill Road	8h 48m	23:56	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
Train	11:06	Staples Mill Road	7h 33m	18:39	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
Train	11:06	Staples Mill Road	7h 33m	18:39	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	11:06	Staples Mill Road	8h 19m	19:25	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	11:06	Staples Mill Road	8h 19m	19:25	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Harrisburg on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	7h 53m	12:45	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
Train	08:23	Staples Mill Road	7h 19m	15:42	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	7h 53m	12:45	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	08:23	Staples Mill Road	7h 19m	15:42	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	14:11	Staples Mill Road	9h 12m	23:23	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Harrisburg on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	9h 34m	14:26	Harrisburg, PA	Cheapest
Train	08:23	Staples Mill Road	6h 58m	15:21	Harrisburg, PA	Fastest
Train	05:35	Main Street Station	8h 51m	14:26	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	05:35	Main Street Station	8h 51m	14:26	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
Train	06:54	Main Street Station	8h 27m	15:21	Harrisburg, PA	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond 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 6 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

6h 25mAverage duration

191 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£47 - £152	Average duration6h 25m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£60 - £1,195	Average duration8h 23m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5610 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £60

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Harrisburg by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Richmond to Harrisburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Harrisburg start from £60. The average price for this train route is around £118. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Richmond to Harrisburg?
The average train journey time from Richmond to Harrisburg is 8h 23m, covering a distance of 186 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 58m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to Harrisburg route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Harrisburg?
The earliest train from Richmond to Harrisburg departs at 04:52. And the latest train departs at 15:13.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

26/11

£142

27/11

£113

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£126

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£113

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The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Harrisburg was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £113

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

You can expect to pay from £113 to £1,294 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Harrisburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £113, which is on 2025-11-29.