What is the cheapest way to get from Swarthmore to Harrisburg?

The cheapest way to get from Swarthmore to Harrisburg is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swarthmore to Harrisburg?

The fastest way to get from Swarthmore to Harrisburg is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Swarthmore and Harrisburg?

No, there is no direct bus from Swarthmore to Harrisburg station. However, there are services departing from Chester Rd & Rutgers Av and arriving at Harrisburg Bus Station via 69th St Transit Center South Terminal and Philadelphia Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Swarthmore and Harrisburg?

No, there is no direct train from Swarthmore to Harrisburg. However, there are services departing from Swarthmore and arriving at Harrisburg via 30th Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Swarthmore to Harrisburg?

The distance between Swarthmore and Harrisburg is 113 miles. The road distance is 96.9 miles.

How do I travel from Swarthmore to Harrisburg without a car?

The best way to get from Swarthmore to Harrisburg without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs $30 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Swarthmore to Harrisburg?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Swarthmore to Harrisburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swarthmore to Harrisburg bus from?

Swarthmore to Harrisburg bus services, operated by SEPTA, depart from Chester Rd & Rutgers Av station.

Where do I catch the Swarthmore to Harrisburg train from?

Swarthmore to Harrisburg train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from 30th Street Station.

Train or bus from Swarthmore to Harrisburg?

The best way to get from Swarthmore to Harrisburg is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs $30 - $70. Alternatively, you can line 109 bus and line 21 bus and bus, which costs $20 - $40 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Swarthmore to Harrisburg bus arrive?

Swarthmore to Harrisburg bus services, operated by SEPTA, arrive at 69th St TC South DropOff station.

Where does the Swarthmore to Harrisburg train arrive?

Swarthmore to Harrisburg train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Harrisburg station.

Can I drive from Swarthmore to Harrisburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Swarthmore to Harrisburg is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Swarthmore to Harrisburg.

Where can I stay near Harrisburg?

There are 184+ hotels available in Harrisburg.

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There are 4 ways to get from Swarthmore to Harrisburg by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, train, plane, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Harrisburgtrain Keystone Service / ...
3h 15m
$33–68
Drive 96.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swarthmore to Harrisburgcar 96.3 mi
1h 54m
$18–26
Line 109 bus, line 21 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Rd & Rutgers Av to 69th St TC South DropOffbus 109
2. Take the bus from 69th St Transit Center South Terminal to Chestnut St & 12th Stbus 21
3. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus
4h 34m
$21–36
Train, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Swarthmore to Penn Medicine Stationtrain
2. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Harrisburg International Airport (MDT)plane PHL - MDT
3. Take the bus from Market Square Transfer Center to N 6th St & Basin Stbus
4h 7m
$48–360

Swarthmore to Harrisburg by train (Amtrak)

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3h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 112.1 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Swarthmore, PA, USA and Harrisburg, Dauphin County, PA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from 30th Street Station to Harrisburg every 2 hours. Tickets cost $30–65 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Rd & Rutgers Av to Harrisburg Bus Station via 69th St Transit Center South Terminal, Chestnut St & 12th St, and Philadelphia Bus Station in around 4h 34m.

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