Trains tickets from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA

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Today3 Dec
from £44
Tomorrow4 Dec
from £31
Thu5 Dec
from £14
Fri6 Dec
from £44
Sat7 Dec
from £22
Sun8 Dec
from £14
Mon9 Dec
from £22
Tue10 Dec
from £14

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 4 December at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 4 December at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 4 December at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 4 December at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 4 December at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 4 December at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 4 December at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 4 December at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 4 December at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 4 December at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 30th Street Station
    Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

Train Washington to Philadelphia: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price£47
Average train trip duration1h 51m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure05:00
Distance122 miles
Latest train departure22:00

Washington to Philadelphia Trains

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From train tickets to high-end trains trip from Washington to Philadelphia, we offer a wide range of train services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington - Philadelphia

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Washington to Philadelphia cost?

    The average train ticket price from Washington to Philadelphia is £47. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Washington to Philadelphia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Washington to Philadelphia?

    A train trip between Washington and Philadelphia is around 1h 51m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 124 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Washington and Philadelphia?

    The number of trains from Washington to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Washington to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Washington to Philadelphia?

    When taking the train from Washington to Philadelphia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
01/12
£149
02/12
£100
Today
£44
04/12
£31
05/12
£14
06/12
£44
07/12
£22
08/12
£14
%{brand}s logoThe cheapest trip from Washington to Philadelphia was searched and found on 5 Dec 2024 with a price of £14

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

You can expect to pay from £14 to £413 for a train ticket from Washington to Philadelphia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2024-12-05.

Usually Amtrak Acela will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Washington and Philadelphia is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Philadelphia.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Philadelphia you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Washington and Philadelphia compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Washington to Philadelphia while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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Train from Philadelphia to Washington

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