Little compares to a leisurely drive through the Pennsylvania countryside, maneuvering along winding roads, stopping at roadside destinations, and maybe pulling over to explore a quaint small town. There’s only one downside to that leisurely drive. If we’re driving, we really don’t get the chance to admire the passing landscape. That’s what makes a ride aboard Amtrak so much fun; the Keystone Service, in fact, offers perhaps the best scenic train ride in Pennsylvania.
A day riding the rails means a whole lot of adventure, especially when that train shuttles you from Harrisburg to Philadelphia or vice-versa. Make a day or an overnight of it, if you’ve got the time.
The Keystone Service, which runs daily, travels from New York City to Harrisburg.
At just 105 minutes, the scenic train ride is short and sweet but offers you plenty of time to relax and recharge. If you’d prefer exploring Lancaster and its charming attractions, hop off the train in Lancaster.
Spend some time exploring such popular destinations as Reading Terminal Market; stop by Penn’s Landing, or dig into a Philly cheesesteak at one of the city’s popular cheesesteak spots.
Have you been on Amtrak’s Keystone Service for a scenic train ride in Pennsylvania? Did you go from Harrisburg to Philly or stop in Lancaster? Let us know in the comments! When you’ve got more time, how about a Pennsylvania road trip? Explore on one of the best road trips in Pennsylvania.
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