The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$143
Fastest journey
2 h 49 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
235 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ will cost around $143 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 17 trains that leave Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA for Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ on Mon, Apr 06, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Apr 06 the direct trains cover the 235 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 49 m .
On Mon, Apr 06 the slowest trains will take 3 h 4 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
622 Keystone Service · 66 Northeast Regional9:15 PM7h30Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA4:45 AMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$541One-way1 transfer
626 Keystone Service8:00 PM2h53Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA10:53 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$681One-way0 transfers
654 Keystone Service4:30 PM3h23Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA7:53 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$1001One-way0 transfers
658 Keystone Service6:40 PM3h04Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA9:44 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$1001One-way0 transfers
656 Keystone Service5:40 PM3h04Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA8:44 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$1201One-way0 transfers
648 Keystone Service10:08 AM2h49Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA12:57 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$1431One-way0 transfers
644 Keystone Service7:55 AM2h51Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA10:46 AMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$1431One-way0 transfers
626 Keystone Service8:00 PM2h53Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA10:53 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$681One-way0 transfers
646 Keystone Service9:00 AM3h00Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA12:00 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$1431One-way0 transfers
658 Keystone Service6:40 PM3h04Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA9:44 PMNewark Penn Station, Newark, NJ$1001One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a flight costs an average of $209.
Distance: 146 miles (235 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$71 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest | $535 Average price |
3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 57m Average total duration 10h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ trains for today, Sunday, April 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
660 Keystone Service | 11:20 AM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h11 | 2:31 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
664 Keystone Service | 1:30 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h00 | 4:30 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
666 Keystone Service | 3:20 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h18 | 6:38 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
42 Pennsylvanian | 5:05 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h25 | 8:30 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
670 Keystone Service | 6:05 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h07 | 9:12 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
674 Keystone Service | 11:05 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h07 | 2:12 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
674 Keystone Service · 90 Palmetto | 11:05 PM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h58 | 3:03 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
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612 Keystone Service · 66 Northeast Regional | 12:20 AM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 8h25 | 8:45 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
Trains from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 146 miles (235 km) distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 146 miles (235 km) |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€37) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA and Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ from $31 (€25). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- The Millworks
- Bricco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hilton Harrisburg
- Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey
- Radisson Hotel Harrisburg
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and regional trains
- Hall 3: bus connections and car rental services
- Bus: CAT (Capital Area Transit) services available
- Greyhound and other intercity bus services
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Market Street and Raymond Boulevard.
- Forno's of Spain
- Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station
- Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown
- Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Newark Light Rail connections
- Hall 3: PATH connections
- NJ Transit: Lines Northeast Corridor, North Jersey Coast Line, Raritan Valley Line
- Newark Light Rail
- PATH: Newark-WTC line
- Bus: Several NJ Transit bus lines available
