Train from Tampa to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Tampa to Philadelphia on 15 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
30th Street StationCheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
Train
Union Station
30th Street StationFastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
Train
Union Station
30th Street StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
30th Street StationNo tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
Train
Union Station
30th Street StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:13 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Tampa 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 1 day, 11 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 940, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

34bus per day
1d 11hAverage duration
1482 kmDistance
37kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 940 - R 8 252Average duration1d 11h
37kg CO₂e
Average priceR 2 116 - R 48 278Average duration1d 3h
136kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tampa 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Tampa to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest train tickets from Tampa to Philadelphia start from R 2 116. The average price for this train route is around R 5 767. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Tampa to Philadelphia?

    The average train journey time from Tampa to Philadelphia is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1493 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Tampa to Philadelphia route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Tampa to Philadelphia?

    The earliest train from Tampa to Philadelphia departs at 16:49. And the latest train departs at 16:49.

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 4 065
10/12
R 2 145
Today
R 3 027
12/12
R 3 805
13/12
R 2 733
14/12
R 6 244
15/12
R 4 065
16/12
R 2 145
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tampa to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 145

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 145 to R 27 827 for a train ticket from Tampa to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 145, which is on 2025-12-16.

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