How much is the train ticket from Raleigh to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Raleigh to Philadelphia start from $74. The average price for this train route is around $124. 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 Raleigh to Philadelphia?

The average train ride duration from Raleigh to Philadelphia is 9h 46m, covering a distance of 345 miles (556 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 47m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Raleigh to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Raleigh to Philadelphia at 9:17am. And the latest train departs at 12:13pm.

Train Raleigh to Philadelphia from $70 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Raleigh to Philadelphia on April 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:13am	Union Station	8h 47m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:13am	Union Station	8h 47m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:17am	Union Station	9h 45m	7:02pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:17am	Union Station	9h 45m	7:02pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	9:17am	Union Station	10h 43m	8:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Philadelphia on April 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:13am	Union Station	8h 47m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:13am	Union Station	8h 47m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:17am	Union Station	9h 45m	7:02pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:17am	Union Station	9h 45m	7:02pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	9:17am	Union Station	10h 43m	8:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Philadelphia on April 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:13am	Union Station	8h 47m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:13am	Union Station	8h 47m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:17am	Union Station	9h 45m	7:02pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:17am	Union Station	9h 45m	7:02pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	9:17am	Union Station	10h 43m	8:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Philadelphia on April 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:13am	Union Station	8h 47m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:13am	Union Station	8h 47m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:17am	Union Station	9h 45m	7:02pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:17am	Union Station	9h 45m	7:02pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	9:17am	Union Station	10h 43m	8:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Philadelphia on April 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:13am	Union Station	8h 47m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:13am	Union Station	8h 47m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:17am	Union Station	9h 45m	7:02pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:17am	Union Station	9h 45m	7:02pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	9:17am	Union Station	10h 43m	8:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Philadelphia on April 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:13am	Union Station	8h 47m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:13am	Union Station	8h 47m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	9:17am	Union Station	10h 45m	8:02pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	9:17am	Union Station	10h 45m	8:02pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	9:17am	Union Station	10h 45m	8:02pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Philadelphia on April 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:17am	Union Station	10h 45m	8:02pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	10:13am	Union Station	8h 47m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	9:17am	Union Station	10h 45m	8:02pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	9:17am	Union Station	10h 45m	8:02pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:19 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go 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 13 hours and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

37bus per day

13hAverage Duration

342 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$52 - $161	Average Duration13h	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$74 - $482	Average Duration9h 46m	CO₂ emissions 51kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,786 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5786 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 $74

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Raleigh to Philadelphia start from $74. The average price for this train route is around $124. 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 Raleigh to Philadelphia?
The average train ride duration from Raleigh to Philadelphia is 9h 46m, covering a distance of 345 miles (556 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Raleigh to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Raleigh to Philadelphia?
The earliest train departs from Raleigh to Philadelphia at 9:17am. And the latest train departs at 12:13pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

04/10

$237

04/11

$237

Today

$271

04/13

$158

04/14

$113

04/15

$113

04/16

$139

04/17

$181

The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Apr 14, 2026 with a price of $113

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 $113 to $588 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 $113 which is on 2026-04-14.