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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | 30th Street Station | Essex Junction-Burlington Stationg | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | 30th Street Station | Essex Junction-Burlington Stationg | No tags | ||||
| Train | 30th Street Station | Essex Junction-Burlington Stationg | No tags | ||||
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Get from Philadelphia to Essex
The journey takes about 10 hours 56 minutes, and with fares starting at just $112, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5751 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $112
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Essex, VT, US by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Essex?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Essex start at $112. The average price for this train route is around $178. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Philadelphia to Essex?
The average train trip from Philadelphia to Essex takes 10h 56m and covers 533 km. The quickest train gets you there in 10h 17m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Essex route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Essex?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Essex departs at 8:34am. The latest train departs at 10:01am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Essex, VT, US was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $106To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Essex, VT, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $106 to $541 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Essex, VT, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $148 which is on 2026-01-29.
