How much is the train ticket from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia start from R 1 075. The average price for this train route is around R 1 748. 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 1 075 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia on 3 June
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	05:25	Union Station	11h 25m	16:50	30th Street Station
Train	05:25	Union Station	12h 30m	17:55	30th Street Station
Train	05:25	Union Station	11h 36m	17:01	30th Street Station
Train	05:25	Union Station	11h 2m	16:27	30th Street Station
Train	05:25	Union Station	12h 51m	18:16	30th Street Station

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 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 687, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

8h 30mAverage duration

415 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 687 - R 3 416	Average duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 075 - R 4 253	Average duration11h 30m	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55 815 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

Based on 5815 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 075

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, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

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 1 075. The average price for this train route is around R 1 748. 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.