How much is the train ticket from Washington to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Philadelphia start at $19. The average price for this train route is around $62. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Washington to Philadelphia?

The average train trip from Washington to Philadelphia takes 1h 51m and covers 197 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Amtrak Acela .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 38 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

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

The earliest train from Washington to Philadelphia departs at 4:54am. The latest train departs at 10:00pm.

What is the best train operator from Washington to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Philadelphia?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Washington to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Washington to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Washington to Philadelphia from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Philadelphia on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:05am	Union Station	1h 50m	6:55am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	6:00am	Union Station	1h 30m	7:30am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	5:00am	Union Station	1h 35m	6:35am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:05am	Union Station	1h 50m	6:55am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:00am	Union Station	1h 35m	6:35am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Philadelphia on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:12pm	Union Station	1h 56m	9:08pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	6:00am	Union Station	1h 30m	7:30am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	5:00am	Union Station	1h 35m	6:35am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:05am	Union Station	1h 50m	6:55am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:00am	Union Station	1h 35m	6:35am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Philadelphia on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Union Station	1h 48m	9:58am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	6:00am	Union Station	1h 30m	7:30am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	5:00am	Union Station	1h 35m	6:35am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:05am	Union Station	1h 50m	6:55am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:00am	Union Station	1h 35m	6:35am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Philadelphia on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10am	Union Station	1h 55m	9:05am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	6:00am	Union Station	1h 30m	7:30am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	5:00am	Union Station	1h 35m	6:35am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:05am	Union Station	1h 50m	6:55am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:00am	Union Station	1h 35m	6:35am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Philadelphia on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:05am	Union Station	1h 50m	6:55am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	6:00am	Union Station	1h 30m	7:30am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	5:00am	Union Station	1h 35m	6:35am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:05am	Union Station	1h 50m	6:55am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:00am	Union Station	1h 35m	6:35am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Philadelphia on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:25am	Union Station	1h 51m	7:16am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	3:00pm	Union Station	1h 35m	4:35pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	5:25am	Union Station	1h 51m	7:16am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	7:50am	Union Station	1h 40m	9:30am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:20am	Union Station	1h 57m	8:17am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Philadelphia on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:25am	Union Station	1h 51m	7:16am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	7:20pm	Union Station	1h 33m	8:53pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	5:25am	Union Station	1h 51m	7:16am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	7:50am	Union Station	1h 40m	9:30am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:20am	Union Station	1h 57m	8:17am	30th Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 3 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

43bus per day

3h 45mAverage Duration

200 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $179	Average Duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$19 - $1,820	Average Duration1h 51m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,628 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Amtrak is praised for its punctuality, comfortable seating, and friendly staff across several reviews. Users appreciate the clean environment and spaciousness of the trains. However, some travelers noted issues such as bumpy rides and inconsistent updates on departure status. Additionally, there were concerns about minimal instructions during boarding at certain stations.

Amtrak Washington Philadelphia recent customer reviews

The train was very bumpy It arrived on time However the conductor didnt call out the stops and someone missed their stop and was upset

Jackie B.

July 27, 2025

The trip was faster than the stated time despite delay in departure time. The cabins didn't smell nice.

Adebukola O.

March 23, 2025

The ride is as quick. I felt I was lost when boarding. Minimum instructions and the staff at dc station was not friendly at all. The train is not clean. But I made it to Philadelphia on time and safe.

Frank P.

December 25, 2024

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Philadelphia, PA 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 Washington to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Philadelphia start at $19. The average price for this train route is around $62. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Washington to Philadelphia?
The average train trip from Washington to Philadelphia takes 1h 51m and covers 197 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 38 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Washington to Philadelphia departs at 4:54am. The latest train departs at 10:00pm.
What is the best train operator from Washington to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Washington to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Washington to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-04

$59

12-05

$83

Today

$83

12-07

$40

12-08

$25

12-09

$40

12-10

$83

12-11

$59

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $25

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

You can expect to pay from $25 to $1,562 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-12-08.