How much does a train ticket cost from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Cincinnati to Philadelphia start from £75. The average price for this train route is around £75. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?

The average train journey time from Cincinnati to Philadelphia is 17h 14m, covering a distance of 501 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 17h 14m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Cincinnati to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Cincinnati to Philadelphia departs at 03:37. And the latest train departs at 03:37.

Train Cincinnati to Philadelphia from £72 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Cincinnati to Philadelphia on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	03:37	Union Terminal	17h 14m	20:51	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Cincinnati to Philadelphia on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	03:37	Union Terminal	17h 14m	20:51	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	03:37	Union Terminal	17h 14m	20:51	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Cincinnati to Philadelphia on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	03:37	Union Terminal	17h 14m	20:51	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 17 hours 14 minutes and with fares starting at just £75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

17h 14mAverage duration

501 milesDistance

73kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£66 - £349	Average duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£75 - £190	Average duration17h 14m	CO₂ emissions 73kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,636 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5636 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 £75

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cincinnati to Philadelphia, PA by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Cincinnati to Philadelphia start from £75. The average price for this train route is around £75. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Cincinnati to Philadelphia is 17h 14m, covering a distance of 501 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 17h 14m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Cincinnati to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Cincinnati to Philadelphia departs at 03:37. And the latest train departs at 03:37.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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£88

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£380

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£125

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The cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £88

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

You can expect to pay from £88 to £380 for a train ticket from Cincinnati to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £125, which is on 2025-12-14.

What's the cheapest way to go from Cincinnati to Philadelphia, PA?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1d 6h	Avg price£104	Daily departures24
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time17h 14m	Avg price£75	Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Cincinnati and Philadelphia, PA is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £75 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £75. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Philadelphia, PA, choose the train, as it will take you from Cincinnati to Philadelphia, PA in about 17h 14m – that's the fastest way to get there!