How much is the train ticket from Washington to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Philadelphia start from R 225. The average price for this train route is around R 755. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Philadelphia?

The average train journey time from Washington to Philadelphia is 1h 51m, covering a distance of 197 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Amtrak Acela .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 38 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

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

The earliest train from Washington to Philadelphia departs at 04:54. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Which is the best train operator from Washington to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Philadelphia?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Washington to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Washington to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Washington to Philadelphia from R 191 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Philadelphia on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:12	Union Station	1h 56m	21:08	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	13:00	Union Station	1h 30m	14:30	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	06:30	Union Station	1h 57m	08:27	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	06:50	Union Station	1h 39m	08:29	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	06:30	Union Station	1h 57m	08:27	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Philadelphia on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:35	Union Station	1h 52m	12:27	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	06:00	Union Station	1h 30m	07:30	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	05:00	Union Station	1h 35m	06:35	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	05:05	Union Station	1h 50m	06:55	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	05:00	Union Station	1h 35m	06:35	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Philadelphia on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:45	Union Station	1h 52m	09:37	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	06:00	Union Station	1h 30m	07:30	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	05:00	Union Station	1h 35m	06:35	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	05:05	Union Station	1h 50m	06:55	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	05:00	Union Station	1h 35m	06:35	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Philadelphia on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:00	Union Station	2h 6m	00:06	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	06:00	Union Station	1h 30m	07:30	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	05:00	Union Station	1h 35m	06:35	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	05:05	Union Station	1h 50m	06:55	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	05:00	Union Station	1h 35m	06:35	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Philadelphia on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:00	Union Station	2h 6m	00:06	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	06:00	Union Station	1h 30m	07:30	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	05:00	Union Station	1h 35m	06:35	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	05:05	Union Station	1h 50m	06:55	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	05:00	Union Station	1h 35m	06:35	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Philadelphia on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:15	Union Station	1h 50m	23:05	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	15:00	Union Station	1h 35m	16:35	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	05:25	Union Station	1h 51m	07:16	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	07:50	Union Station	1h 40m	09:30	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	05:25	Union Station	1h 51m	07:16	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Philadelphia on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:25	Union Station	1h 51m	07:16	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	19:20	Union Station	1h 33m	20:53	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	05:25	Union Station	1h 51m	07:16	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	07:50	Union Station	1h 40m	09:30	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	06:20	Union Station	1h 57m	08:17	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Philadelphia on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:05	Union Station	1h 50m	06:55	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	06:00	Union Station	1h 30m	07:30	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	05:00	Union Station	1h 35m	06:35	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	05:05	Union Station	1h 50m	06:55	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	05:00	Union Station	1h 35m	06:35	30th Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:50 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington 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 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 104, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

44bus per day

3h 40mAverage duration

183 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 104 - R 2 182	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 225 - R 22 196	Average duration1h 51m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 648 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Amtrak is praised for its punctuality, comfortable seating, and friendly staff across several reviews. Users appreciate the clean environment and spaciousness of the trains. However, some travelers noted issues such as bumpy rides and inconsistent updates on departure status. Additionally, there were concerns about minimal instructions during boarding at certain stations.

Amtrak Washington Philadelphia recent customer reviews

The train was very bumpy It arrived on time However the conductor didnt call out the stops and someone missed their stop and was upset

Jackie B.

27 July 2025

The trip was faster than the stated time despite delay in departure time. The cabins didn't smell nice.

Adebukola O.

23 March 2025

The ride is as quick. I felt I was lost when boarding. Minimum instructions and the staff at dc station was not friendly at all. The train is not clean. But I made it to Philadelphia on time and safe.

Frank P.

25 December 2024

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US 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 Washington to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Philadelphia start from R 225. The average price for this train route is around R 755. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Washington to Philadelphia is 1h 51m, covering a distance of 197 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 38 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Washington to Philadelphia departs at 04:54. And the latest train departs at 22:00.
Which is the best train operator from Washington to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Washington to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Washington to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

13/12

R 1 349

14/12

R 1 349

Today

R 294

16/12

R 1 003

17/12

R 1 003

18/12

R 1 003

19/12

R 485

20/12

R 485

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 294

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

You can expect to pay from R 294 to R 19 610 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 485, which is on 2025-12-19.

Usually Amtrak Acela will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.