How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Sandusky?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Sandusky start at $161. The average price for this train route is around $369. 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 Sandusky?

The average train trip from Philadelphia to Sandusky takes 15h 50m and covers 657 km. The quickest train gets you there in 14h 59m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Sandusky 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 Sandusky?

The earliest train from Philadelphia to Sandusky departs at 9:55am. The latest train departs at 1:20pm.

Train Philadelphia to Sandusky from $270 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Sandusky on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	15h 20m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	Cheapest
	Train	1:03pm	30th Street Station	14h 59m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	Fastest
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	16h 1m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:12pm	30th Street Station	15h 50m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	16h 1m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Sandusky on December 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:29pm	30th Street Station	15h 33m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	CheapestFastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:13am	30th Street Station	17h 49m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags
	Train	12:29pm	30th Street Station	15h 33m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:13am	30th Street Station	17h 49m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags
	Train	12:29pm	30th Street Station	15h 33m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Sandusky on December 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:29pm	30th Street Station	15h 33m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	Cheapest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:35pm	30th Street Station	15h 27m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	Fastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:13am	30th Street Station	17h 49m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags
	Train	12:29pm	30th Street Station	15h 33m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:13am	30th Street Station	17h 49m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Sandusky on December 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:33pm	30th Street Station	15h 29m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	Cheapest
	Train	1:03pm	30th Street Station	14h 59m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	Fastest
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	16h 1m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:12pm	30th Street Station	15h 50m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	16h 1m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Sandusky on December 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	16h 1m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	Cheapest
	Train	1:03pm	30th Street Station	14h 59m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	Fastest
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	16h 1m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:12pm	30th Street Station	15h 50m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:12pm	30th Street Station	15h 50m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 8:20 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Sandusky

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Sandusky. The journey takes about 17 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $131, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

17h 20mAverage Duration

660 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$131 - $521	Average Duration17h 20m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$161 - $1,554	Average Duration15h 50m	CO₂ emissions 60kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,651 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5651 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 $161

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 Sandusky 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 Sandusky?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Sandusky start at $161. The average price for this train route is around $369. 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 Sandusky?
The average train trip from Philadelphia to Sandusky takes 15h 50m and covers 657 km. The quickest train gets you there in 14h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Sandusky 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 Sandusky?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Sandusky departs at 9:55am. The latest train departs at 1:20pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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$380

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$344

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$368

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$409

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Sandusky was searched and found on Dec 19, 2025 with a price of $344

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 Sandusky, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $344 to $1,500 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Sandusky based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $344 which is on 2025-12-19.