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How to get fromReading to Harpers Ferryby bus, train, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Reading to Harpers Ferry by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train via Philadelphia

    best
    1. Take the bus from Reading to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus bus
    2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Washington Union Stationtrain train
    3. Take the train from Washington Union Station to HARPERS FERRY W VA MARC wbtrain train
    6h 3m
    $59–708

  2. Drive 132.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Reading to Harpers Ferrycar car 132.7 mi
    3h 1m
    $25–35

  3. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Reading to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Washington Union Stationbus bus
    3. Take the train from Washington Union Station to HARPERS FERRY W VA MARC wbtrain train
    7h 21m
    $46–95

  4. Bus, train via Harrisburg

    1. Take the bus from Reading to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Washington Union Stationbus bus
    3. Take the train from SILVER SPRING MARC wb to HARPERS FERRY W VA MARC wbtrain train
    8h 13m
    $30–65

Reading to Harpers Ferry by bus, subway, and train

Calendar17Weekly Services
Duration6h 3mAverage Duration
Ticket$59Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 245.5 mi
  • Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Reading, PA, USA and Harpers Ferry, WV, USA?

There is no direct connection from Reading to Harpers Ferry. However, you can take the bus to Philadelphia Bus Station, walk to 11th St, take the subway to Drexel Station at 30th St, walk to 30Th Street Station, take the train to Washington Union Station, then take the train to HARPERS FERRY W VA MARC wb. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading to HARPERS FERRY W VA MARC wb via Philadelphia Bus Station, Washington Union Station, and Washington Union Station in around 7h 21m.

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