How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Memphis?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Memphis start from R 4 010. The average price for this train route is around R 8 174. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Memphis?

The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Memphis is 1d 20h, covering a distance of 1415 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 19h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Memphis route?

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

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

The earliest train from Philadelphia to Memphis departs at 08:15. And the latest train departs at 12:42.

Train Philadelphia to Memphis from R 4 646 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Memphis on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:41	30th Street Station	1d 19h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	CheapestFastest
Train	12:41	30th Street Station	1d 19h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	No tags
Train	12:41	30th Street Station	1d 19h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Memphis on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:41	30th Street Station	1d 19h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	CheapestFastest
Train	09:50	30th Street Station	1d 21h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	No tags
Train	09:50	30th Street Station	1d 21h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	No tags
Train	09:50	30th Street Station	1d 21h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	No tags
Train	12:41	30th Street Station	1d 19h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Memphis on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:41	30th Street Station	1d 19h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:15	30th Street Station	1d 23h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	No tags
Train	08:15	30th Street Station	1d 23h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	No tags
Train	09:50	30th Street Station	1d 21h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	No tags
Train	09:50	30th Street Station	1d 21h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Memphis on 15 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:41	30th Street Station	1d 19h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	CheapestFastest
Train	09:50	30th Street Station	1d 21h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	No tags
Train	09:50	30th Street Station	1d 21h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	No tags
Train	09:50	30th Street Station	1d 21h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	No tags
Train	12:41	30th Street Station	1d 19h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Memphis on 16 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:15	30th Street Station	1d 23h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	Cheapest
Train	12:41	30th Street Station	1d 19h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	Fastest
Train	08:15	30th Street Station	1d 23h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	No tags
Train	09:50	30th Street Station	1d 21h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	No tags
Train	09:50	30th Street Station	1d 21h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Memphis on 17 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:41	30th Street Station	1d 19h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	CheapestFastest
Train	11:20	30th Street Station	1d 20h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	No tags
Train	12:00	30th Street Station	1d 19h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Memphis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Memphis. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 880, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

1d 5hAverage duration

1426 kmDistance

36kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 880 - R 8 991	Average duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 010 - R 33 052	Average duration1d 20h	CO₂ emissions 129kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 727 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5727 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 4 010

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Memphis, TN 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 Philadelphia to Memphis?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Memphis start from R 4 010. The average price for this train route is around R 8 174. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Memphis?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Memphis is 1d 20h, covering a distance of 1415 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 19h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Memphis route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Memphis?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Memphis departs at 08:15. And the latest train departs at 12:42.

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The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Memphis, TN was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of R 4 646

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

You can expect to pay from R 4 646 to R 20 688 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Memphis, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 646, which is on 2026-01-13.