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There are usually 1 daily train trips available from Wilkes-Barre to Harrisburg.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$60.13 | Avg. Price$106.13 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration2h 45m | Duration8h 28m |
There is one daily bus from Wilkes-Barre to Harrisburg. Traveling by bus from Wilkes-Barre to Harrisburg usually takes around 2 hours and 45 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 85 mi (137 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 45m |
| Cheapest price | $57.00 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Fullington Trailways |
| Bus lines | 1 |
Average score for buses from Wilkes-Barre to Harrisburg
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: the staff was very friendly, cleanliness of the bus and always on the time. Cons: price. Tips: fullington trailways is the good service for travel.
4.0
Pros: Picked up on time. Cons: Missed my connecting train because we were late. Tips: None.
Bus tickets for a trip from Wilkes-Barre to Harrisburg cost $57.00 on average. Tickets cheaper than $57.00 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 16 days in advance to save up to $4.40.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Wilkes-Barre to Harrisburg. Fullington Trailways is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fullington Trailways | 1 | 2h 45m | $61.81 |
Book Fullington Trailways from Wilkes-Barre to Harrisburg from $57. Typically there is one Fullington Trailways schedule per day from Wilkes-Barre to Harrisburg and you can expect on average to pay for a Fullington Trailways ticket to Harrisburg. In Wilkes-Barre, Fullington Trailways departs to Harrisburg from Martz Bus Terminal . In Harrisburg, Fullington Trailways arrives at 4th & Market .
An average trip on Fullington Trailways from Wilkes-Barre to Harrisburg takes 2 hours and 45 minutes .
On weekends, Fullington Trailways offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Harrisburg.
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 45 minutes to cover the 85 miles from Wilkes-Barre to Harrisburg. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
With many people traveling 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, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
There is usually only one bus per day from Wilkes-Barre to Harrisburg. It leaves the station in Wilkes-Barre at 5:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Wilkes-Barre to Harrisburg. 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.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Wilkes-Barre to Harrisburg; ticket prices start at $102.00.
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Wilkes-Barre is a Pennsylvania city surrounded by the Pocono Mountains. Like much of the Poconos, Wilkes-Barre has its fair share of resorts, outdoor adventure, and entertainment options. Slip down rocky slides and soak in glacial meltwater "tubs" at Kirby Park and Seven Tubs Nature Area, or enjoy the urban greenery at the River Common. Coal mining put Wilkes-Barre on the map, and you can imagine what life was like in the 19th-century boom by visiting Eckley Miners' Village in Luzerne County.
Nightlife in Wilkes-Barre is exciting, and it all starts at the Mohegan Sun Pocono, a casino resort and racetrack. Test your luck on the slots, cards, or horse races, or simply enjoy the luxurious dining options and spa on-site. Downtown Wilkes-Barre also has solid restaurants and bars to choose from.
Although Amtrak trains do not stop in Wilkes-Barre, Amtrak Thruway buses connect the city to Philadelphia, where you can transfer to several of Philly's rail lines. Plus, Fullington Trailways and Martz operate intercity bus service to Wilkes-Barre from Scranton, Delaware Water Gap, New York, and more. The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport is convenient to reach from town and offers flights on several major airlines.
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. Travelers 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.
Most buses depart from the main station in Wilkes-Barre.
Martz Bus Terminal
All buses from Wilkes-Barre arrive at one main station in Harrisburg.
4th & Market
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