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

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Durham start from £59. The average price for this train route is around £97. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Durham?

The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Durham is 9h 25m, covering a distance of 340 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 9h 25m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Durham 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 Philadelphia to Durham?

The earliest train from Philadelphia to Durham departs at 04:20. And the latest train departs at 08:36.

Train Philadelphia to Durham from £56 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Durham on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:36	30th Street Station	9h 25m	18:01	Durham Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:36	30th Street Station	9h 25m	18:01	Durham Station	No tags
Train	04:20	30th Street Station	13h 41m	18:01	Durham Station	No tags
Train	04:20	30th Street Station	13h 41m	18:01	Durham Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Durham on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:20	30th Street Station	13h 41m	18:01	Durham Station	Cheapest
Train	08:36	30th Street Station	9h 25m	18:01	Durham Station	Fastest
Train	08:36	30th Street Station	9h 25m	18:01	Durham Station	No tags
Train	04:20	30th Street Station	13h 41m	18:01	Durham Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Durham on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	08:36	30th Street Station	9h 25m	18:01	Durham Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	08:36	30th Street Station	9h 25m	18:01	Durham Station	No tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 9 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

9h 25mAverage duration

340 milesDistance

50kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£37 - £200	Average duration12h 20m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£59 - £281	Average duration9h 25m	CO₂ emissions 50kg 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £59

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Durham, NC, US 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 Philadelphia to Durham?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Durham start from £59. The average price for this train route is around £97. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Durham?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Durham is 9h 25m, covering a distance of 340 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 9h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Durham 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 Philadelphia to Durham?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Durham departs at 04:20. And the latest train departs at 08:36.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

£86

11/12

£121

Today

£140

13/12

£107

14/12

£107

15/12

£86

16/12

£86

17/12

£86

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £86

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 Durham, NC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £86 to £209 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £86, which is on 2025-12-15.