How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh start at $88. The average price for this train route is around $135. 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 Pittsburgh?

The average train trip from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh takes 11h 11m and covers 413 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 23m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Pittsburgh route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh?

The earliest train from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh departs at 10:13am. The latest train departs at 1:03pm.

Train Philadelphia to Pittsburgh from $84 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Pittsburgh on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:12pm	30th Street Station	11h 28m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	11h 39m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:12pm	30th Street Station	11h 28m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Pittsburgh on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:13am	30th Street Station	13h 27m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:13am	30th Street Station	13h 27m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	12:29pm	30th Street Station	11h 11m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Pittsburgh on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:13am	30th Street Station	13h 27m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	12:29pm	30th Street Station	11h 11m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:13am	30th Street Station	13h 27m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	12:29pm	30th Street Station	11h 11m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Pittsburgh on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	11h 39m	11:40pm	Union Station	Cheapest
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	Fastest
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:12pm	30th Street Station	11h 28m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	11h 39m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Pittsburgh on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:12pm	30th Street Station	11h 28m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	11h 39m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:12pm	30th Street Station	11h 28m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Pittsburgh on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:12pm	30th Street Station	11h 28m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	11h 39m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:12pm	30th Street Station	11h 28m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Pittsburgh on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:12pm	30th Street Station	11h 28m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	11h 39m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:12pm	30th Street Station	11h 28m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Pittsburgh on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	11h 39m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:12pm	30th Street Station	11h 28m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	11h 39m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:12pm	30th Street Station	11h 28m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Pittsburgh. The journey takes about 10 hours, and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

10hAverage Duration

413 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$49 - $460	Average Duration10h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$88 - $522	Average Duration11h 11m	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $88

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh start at $88. The average price for this train route is around $135. 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 Pittsburgh?
The average train trip from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh takes 11h 11m and covers 413 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Pittsburgh route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh departs at 10:13am. The latest train departs at 1:03pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-10

$89

12-11

$142

Today

$201

12-13

$177

12-14

$201

12-15

$187

12-16

$89

12-17

$112

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Pittsburgh was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $89

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Pittsburgh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $89 to $668 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Pittsburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $89 which is on 2025-12-16.