How much is the train ticket from Greenville to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Greenville to Philadelphia start from R 2 204. The average price for this train route is around R 3 278. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Greenville to Philadelphia?

The average train journey time from Greenville to Philadelphia is 14h 19m, covering a distance of 854 km. The quickest train can get you there in 13h 45m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Greenville 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 Greenville to Philadelphia?

The earliest train from Greenville to Philadelphia departs at 02:23. And the latest train departs at 02:23.

Train Greenville to Philadelphia from R 2 109 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Greenville to Philadelphia on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	02:23	Greenville Station	16h 37m	19:00	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	02:23	Greenville Station	13h 45m	16:08	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	02:23	Greenville Station	13h 45m	16:08	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	02:23	Greenville Station	16h 37m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	02:23	Greenville Station	16h 37m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Greenville to Philadelphia on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	02:23	Greenville Station	16h 37m	19:00	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	02:23	Greenville Station	14h 19m	16:42	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	02:23	Greenville Station	14h 19m	16:42	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	02:23	Greenville Station	16h 37m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	02:23	Greenville Station	16h 37m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Greenville to Philadelphia on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	02:23	Greenville Station	16h 37m	19:00	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	02:23	Greenville Station	14h 19m	16:42	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	02:23	Greenville Station	14h 19m	16:42	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	02:23	Greenville Station	16h 37m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	02:23	Greenville Station	16h 37m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Greenville to Philadelphia

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 14 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 204, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

14h 19mAverage duration

854 kmDistance

78kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 299 - R 5 768	Average duration20h 20m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 204 - R 13 565	Average duration14h 19m	CO₂ emissions 78kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5638 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 R 2 204

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

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

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

How much is the train ticket from Greenville to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Greenville to Philadelphia start from R 2 204. The average price for this train route is around R 3 278. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Greenville to Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Greenville to Philadelphia is 14h 19m, covering a distance of 854 km. The quickest train can get you there in 13h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Greenville 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 Greenville to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Greenville to Philadelphia departs at 02:23. And the latest train departs at 02:23.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

R 2 593

10/12

R 4 460

Today

R 5 394

12/12

R 6 033

13/12

R 3 769

14/12

No data

15/12

R 2 455

16/12

R 3 026

The cheapest trip from Greenville, SC to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 455

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 455 to R 14 884 for a train ticket from Greenville, SC to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 455, which is on 2025-12-15.