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Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA by bus

The journey from Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA by bus is 154.02 km and takes 4 hrs 46 mins. There are 5 connections per day, with the first departure at 3:20 a.m. and the last at 5:30 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA by bus for as little as $32.36 or as much as $75.83. The best price for this journey is $32.36.

Lowest Price $32.36
Journey Duration 4 hrs 46 mins
Connection per Day 5
Lowest Price $32.36
Highest Price $75.83
First Departure 3:20 a.m.
Last Departure 5:30 p.m.
Distance 154.02 km
Departure Washington, DC
Arrival Harrisburg, PA
Carriers Greyhound, Amtrak

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When travelling to Harrisburg, PA by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Greyhound, Amtrak and FlixBus from Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA
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Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
10.78kg
Bus
11.55kg
Flight
30.8kg
Car
24.64kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA?
A bus ticket from Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA is $51.67. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $32.36.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA is $32.36. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Washington, DC and Harrisburg, PA by bus?
Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA is 154.02 km.
How long does the bus between Washington, DC and Harrisburg, PA take?
Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA is on average 4 hrs 46 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 10 mins.
Which companies operate from Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA?
The bus journey from Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus and Greyhound Lines, Inc..
How many bus connections per day go from Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA?
Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA has 5 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA leave?
The earliest bus from Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA departs at 3:20 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA depart?
The latest bus from Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA departs at 5:30 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $32.36 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA?
There are on average 2 direct connection(s) from Washington, DC to go to Harrisburg, PA.
What's the fastest journey time between Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Washington, DC and Harrisburg, PA is 3 hrs 10 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Washington, DC and Harrisburg, PA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA by bus?
The bus journey from Washington, DC to Harrisburg, PA creates 11.55kg of CO2 emissions.

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