How much is the train ticket from Raleigh to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Raleigh to Philadelphia start from R 1 274. The average price for this train route is around R 2 133. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Raleigh to Philadelphia?

The average train journey time from Raleigh to Philadelphia is 9h 46m, covering a distance of 556 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 47m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Raleigh to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Raleigh to Philadelphia departs at 09:17. And the latest train departs at 10:13.

Train Raleigh to Philadelphia from R 1 211 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Raleigh to Philadelphia on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:17	Union Station	10h 45m	20:02	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	10:13	Union Station	8h 47m	19:00	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	10:13	Union Station	8h 47m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	09:17	Union Station	10h 45m	20:02	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	09:17	Union Station	10h 45m	20:02	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Philadelphia on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:13	Union Station	8h 47m	19:00	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:13	Union Station	8h 47m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	09:17	Union Station	9h 19m	18:36	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	09:17	Union Station	9h 19m	18:36	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	09:17	Union Station	10h 45m	20:02	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Philadelphia on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:13	Union Station	8h 47m	19:00	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:13	Union Station	8h 47m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	09:17	Union Station	9h 46m	19:03	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	09:17	Union Station	9h 46m	19:03	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	09:17	Union Station	10h 43m	20:00	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Philadelphia on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:13	Union Station	8h 47m	19:00	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:13	Union Station	8h 47m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	09:17	Union Station	9h 46m	19:03	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	09:17	Union Station	9h 46m	19:03	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	09:17	Union Station	10h 43m	20:00	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Raleigh to Philadelphia on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:13	Union Station	8h 47m	19:00	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:13	Union Station	8h 47m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	09:17	Union Station	9h 46m	19:03	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	09:17	Union Station	9h 46m	19:03	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	09:17	Union Station	10h 43m	20:00	30th Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Raleigh 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 12 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 798, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

33bus per day

12h 55mAverage duration

554 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 798 - R 4 307	Average duration12h 55m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 274 - R 35 822	Average duration9h 46m	CO₂ emissions 51kg 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 1 274

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Raleigh to Philadelphia start from R 1 274. The average price for this train route is around R 2 133. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Raleigh to Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Raleigh to Philadelphia is 9h 46m, covering a distance of 556 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Raleigh to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Raleigh to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Raleigh to Philadelphia departs at 09:17. And the latest train departs at 10:13.

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 1 919

10/12

R 2 559

Today

R 1 919

12/12

R 4 132

13/12

R 2 351

14/12

R 3 095

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16/12

R 1 919

The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 919

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 919 to R 28 938 for a train ticket from Raleigh to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 919, which is on 2025-12-16.