How much is the train ticket from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia start from R 1 113. The average price for this train route is around R 1 811. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia?

The average train journey time from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia is 11h 30m, covering a distance of 413 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 29m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Pittsburgh to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia departs at 05:20. And the latest train departs at 07:30.

Train Pittsburgh to Philadelphia from R 1 113 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia on 11 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	05:20	Union Station	12h 56m	18:16	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	05:20	Union Station	11h 13m	16:33	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	05:20	Union Station	10h 36m	15:56	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	05:20	Union Station	12h 10m	17:30	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	05:20	Union Station	11h 39m	16:59	30th Street Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Pittsburgh 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 10 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 660, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

10h 15mAverage duration

416 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 660 - R 5 382	Average duration10h 15m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 113 - R 4 407	Average duration11h 30m	CO₂ emissions 38kg 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 R 1 113

Amtrak Pittsburgh Philadelphia recent customer reviews

Horrible time horrible food

Todd R.

2 July 2023

My little grandson 1st train ride was great

Janet J.

9 March 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia start from R 1 113. The average price for this train route is around R 1 811. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia is 11h 30m, covering a distance of 413 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 29m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Pittsburgh to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia departs at 05:20. And the latest train departs at 07:30.