Cheap bus tickets from Harrisburg to Pottsville

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Bus from Harrisburg to Pottsville: Journey Information

There is one daily bus from Harrisburg to Pottsville. Travelling by bus from Harrisburg to Pottsville usually takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.

Distance
46 mi (74 km)
Shortest duration
1h 15m
Cheapest price
$37.67
Trips per day
1
Most frequent service
Fullington Trailways
Bus lines
2

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Price trends for buses from Harrisburg to Pottsville

Average bus ticket prices from Harrisburg to Pottsville by travel date

$45$30$15NovNov

Average bus ticket prices from Harrisburg to Pottsville by month

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Prices as travel date approaches

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What bus companies travel from Harrisburg to Pottsville?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Harrisburg to Pottsville that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Fullington Trailways11h 15m$37.67
Fullington Trailways11h 15m$37.67
  • Book Fullington Trailways from Harrisburg to Pottsville from $37.67. Typically there is one Fullington Trailways schedule per day from Harrisburg to Pottsville and you can expect on average to pay $37.67 for a Fullington Trailways ticket to Pottsville. In Harrisburg, Fullington Trailways departs to Pottsville from 4th & Market. In Pottsville, Fullington Trailways arrives at Pottsville.

    An average trip on Fullington Trailways from Harrisburg to Pottsville takes 1 hour and 15 minutes.

    On weekends, Fullington Trailways offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay $37.67 for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Pottsville.

  • Originally founded in 1908, Fullington Trailways is one of the oldest transportation companies in the United States. Today, it's one of the leading intercity bus carriers within the Trailways network and provides cheap, reliable bus service to several metropolitan destinations, including New York City and Philadelphia. All coaches are equipped with clean washrooms, and Fullington Trailways earned a 2022 Wanderu Passengers' Choice Award for their helpful crew.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Harrisburg to Pottsville

There is usually only one bus per day from Harrisburg to Pottsville. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.

Trips per day

1

Direct trips

1

The bus takes an average of 1 hour and 15 minutes to cover the 74 kilometres from Harrisburg to Pottsville. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

46

Distance (km)

74

There is usually only one bus per day from Harrisburg to Pottsville. It leaves the station in Harrisburg at 11:30 a.m. each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.

Earliest bus

11:30am

Latest bus

11:30am

With many people travelling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.

Most crowded

Wednesday

Least crowded

Monday

City Information

Harrisburg

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As the capital city of Pennsylvania, Harrisburg offers numerous historic buildings with impressive architecture that will leave you in awe. Among the most impressive ones is the state’s Capitol Complex itself. With a dome that reminisces St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome, the building features as many as 475 rooms filled with exquisite artworks and statues. History fans should also consider visiting the State Museum of Pennsylvania, which follows the history of the state from the beginning of time to this day. Another must-see destination is the National Civil War Museum, which is one of the largest museums dedicated to the Civil War. If too many history lessons stress you out, a cruise along the Susquehanna River on the Pride of the Susquehanna Riverboat will definitely help you unwind.

Harrisburg’s grilled dishes are some of the most famous staples in the city, and among the best establishments is Progress Grill, which has been serving customers since the late 1940s. For some really creative pizzas, The Pizza Grille will be a good choice.

The Harrisburg Transportation Center is the central hub for intercity travel. At the lower level, you can catch a bus by Greyhound, Jefferson Lines or Fullington Trailways to other Pennsylvanian cities such as Allentown and Philadelphia. Travellers can also take Amtrak trains to popular destinations like New York and Philadelphia on a daily basis. The city’s principal airport is Harrisburg International Airport, which is located in Middletown, southeast of the city.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Harrisburg?

Main departure station: 4th & Market

Harrisburg has two bus stations with service to Pottsville.

All bus stations in Harrisburg:

  • 4th & Market
  • Harrisburg Transportation Center

Where does the bus arrive in Pottsville?

Main arrival station: Pottsville

All buses from Harrisburg arrive at one main station in Pottsville.

All bus stations in Pottsville:

  • Pottsville

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