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Trip Summary
10 trains operate daily from Mount Joy to Middletown. The train trip from Mount Joy to Middletown is usually about 19 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Keystone Service train can get you there in as little as 13 minutes.
| Distance | 14 mi (22 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 13m |
| Lowest price | $11.00 |
| Trains per day | 10 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Keystone Service |
| Train lines | 2 |
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Which train should you take from Mount Joy to Middletown?
2 train services operate from Mount Joy to Middletown. Amtrak Keystone Service usually has more trains scheduled, with 8 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 3 | 0h 33m | $11.00 |
| Amtrak Keystone Service | 8 | 0h 16m | $11.00 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 3 Amtrak trains from Mount Joy to Middletown every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $11.
The Keystone Service is a daily train service that Amtrak operates from New York City to Harrisburg, PA. The route is notable for its high-speed rail portions, where the train can reach up to 125 mph. This speed means the trip from Mount Joy to Middletown takes just 0 hours and 16 minutes on the Keystone Service. The train’s amenities include free WiFi, onboard restrooms, power outlets, and a Quiet Car for those who prefer to sleep, work, or study in a quieter atmosphere. Tickets on this route usually cost , but if you book in advance, you may be able to score a $11 ticket.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Mount Joy to Middletown tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Mount Joy at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 10 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Mount Joy to Middletown.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Middletown to Mount Joy.
City Information
Middletown
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Middletown is a very common place name in Pennsylvania, but the most significant is the borough of Middletown just south of Harrisburg. Though Middletown itself is pretty small, the Harrisburg International Airport is within Middletown and brings a good amount of traffic through the town. However, the area's charming activities and landscape merit a few days of slowing down and enjoying central Pennsylvania.
Families with young kids will love wandering through the enormous National Christmas Center, open during Christmas Season and for select weeks in July, filled with holiday displays, decor, and gifts. You can enter the spooky, spiky Indian Echo Caverns in nearby Derry Township to discover local natural history or enjoy nature's fresh air on the Swatara Creek Water Trail and the Jonathan Eshenour Memorial Trail.
Middletown is home to several brewing companies, distilleries, and brewpubs, including the famous Appalachian Brewing Company and Tattered Flag. In Downtown Middletown, you can shop at a handful of malls and enjoy entertainment at hotels, clubs, bars, and museums.
No intercity bus companies stop in Middletown, but Amtrak's Keystone Service provides train service to the station downtown. Catch the train west to Harrisburg or as far east as Philadelphia.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Mount Joy?
Main departure station: 25 S Market St
There is one train station in Mount Joy.
All train stations in Mount Joy:
25 S Market St
Where is the train station in Middletown?
Main arrival station: 270 West Emaus Street
Middletown has one train station.
All train stations in Middletown:
270 West Emaus Street
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