How much is the train ticket from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Philadelphia start from $257. The average price for this train route is around $447. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

The average train ride duration from Los Angeles to Philadelphia is 2d 22h, covering a distance of 2382 miles (3842 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 18h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Los Angeles to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

The earliest train departs from Los Angeles to Philadelphia at 5:19pm. And the latest train departs at 10:00pm.

Train Los Angeles to Philadelphia from $280 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Philadelphia on February 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:00pm	Union Station	3d 14h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	5:19pm	Union Station	2d 18h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	5:19pm	Union Station	3d	8:51pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	10:00pm	Union Station	3d 15h	4:28pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	5:19pm	Union Station	3d	8:51pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Philadelphia on February 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:19pm	Union Station	2d 18h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	5:19pm	Union Station	2d 18h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:19pm	Union Station	2d 18h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:19pm	Union Station	2d 21h	5:56pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:19pm	Union Station	2d 21h	5:56pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Philadelphia on February 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:19pm	Union Station	3d	8:51pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	5:19pm	Union Station	2d 18h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	5:19pm	Union Station	3d	8:51pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	5:19pm	Union Station	2d 21h	5:42pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	5:19pm	Union Station	2d 18h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Philadelphia on February 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:00pm	Union Station	3d 14h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	5:19pm	Union Station	2d 18h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	5:19pm	Union Station	2d 18h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	10:00pm	Union Station	3d 15h	4:28pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	5:19pm	Union Station	2d 18h	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 5:32 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles 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 2 days, 23 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

46bus per day

2d 23hAverage Duration

2390 milesDistance

96kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$120 - $880	Average Duration2d 23h	CO₂ emissions 96kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$257 - $2,612	Average Duration2d 22h	CO₂ emissions 350kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $257

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Los Angeles, US to Philadelphia, PA by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Philadelphia start from $257. The average price for this train route is around $447. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?
The average train ride duration from Los Angeles to Philadelphia is 2d 22h, covering a distance of 2382 miles (3842 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 18h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Los Angeles to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?
The earliest train departs from Los Angeles to Philadelphia at 5:19pm. And the latest train departs at 10:00pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/29

$407

01/30

$379

Today

$468

02/01

$379

02/02

$379

02/03

$381

02/04

No data

02/05

$365

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Feb 5, 2026 with a price of $365

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

You can expect to pay from $365 to $2,253 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $365 which is on 2026-02-05.