Train from Lincoln, NE, US to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Lincoln to Philadelphia on February 24
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Lincoln Station - Haymarket
30th Street StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Lincoln Station - Haymarket
30th Street StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
Lincoln Station - Haymarket
30th Street StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Lincoln Station - Haymarket
30th Street StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Lincoln Station - Haymarket
30th Street StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Lincoln 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, 9 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $194, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1d 9hAverage Duration
1820 kmDistance
45kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$194 - $401Average Duration1d 9h
45kg CO₂e
Average Price$309 - $574Average Duration1d 12h
166kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lincoln, NE, 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.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Lincoln to Philadelphia start at $309. The average price for this train route is around $415. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Lincoln to Philadelphia?

    The average train trip from Lincoln to Philadelphia takes 1d 12h and covers 1822 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Lincoln to Philadelphia departs at 3:27am. The latest train departs at 3:27am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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02-19
$362
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$405
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02-24
$353
02-25
$431
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lincoln, NE, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Feb 24, 2026 with a price of $353

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

You can expect to pay from $353 to $1,426 for a train ticket from Lincoln, NE, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $353 which is on 2026-02-24.

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