The average train between Swarthmore and Harrisburg takes 2h 42m and the fastest train takes 2h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Swarthmore to Harrisburg. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Swarthmore and Harrisburg. The earliest departure is at 4:39 AM at night, and the last departure from Swarthmore is at 8:49 PM which arrives into Harrisburg at 11:56 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Swarthmore to Harrisburg? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Swarthmore to Harrisburg. However, there are services departing from Swarthmore station and arriving at Harrisburg station via Harrisburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.
Swarthmore to Harrisburg train services, operated by SEPTA, depart from 30th Street Station.
Swarthmore to Harrisburg train services, operated by SEPTA, arrive at Harrisburg station.
The distance between Swarthmore and Harrisburg is 136.9 km. The road distance is 180 km.
Amtrak operates a train from 30th Street Station to Harrisburg every 2 hours. Tickets cost $30–70 and the journey takes 1h 51m.