How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Durham?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Durham start at ARS 105,589. The average price for this train route is around ARS 150,097. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Philadelphia to Durham?

The average train trip from Philadelphia to Durham takes 10h 57m and covers 548 km. The quickest train gets you there in 9h 25m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Durham route?

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

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

The earliest train from Philadelphia to Durham departs at 4:20am. The latest train departs at 9:50am.

Train Philadelphia to Durham from ARS 100,342 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Durham on May 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:58am	30th Street Station	10h 57m	7:55pm	Durham Station	Cheapest
Train	9:50am	30th Street Station	10h 5m	7:55pm	Durham Station	Fastest
Train	8:58am	30th Street Station	10h 57m	7:55pm	Durham Station	No tags
Train	9:50am	30th Street Station	10h 5m	7:55pm	Durham Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Durham on May 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:20am	30th Street Station	15h 35m	7:55pm	Durham Station	Cheapest
Train	9:33am	30th Street Station	10h 22m	7:55pm	Durham Station	Fastest
Train	8:58am	30th Street Station	10h 57m	7:55pm	Durham Station	No tags
Train	8:58am	30th Street Station	10h 57m	7:55pm	Durham Station	No tags
Train	4:20am	30th Street Station	15h 35m	7:55pm	Durham Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:36 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Durham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 12 hours, and with fares starting at just ARS 83,356, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

12hAverage Duration

549 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceARS 83,356 - ARS 298,374	Average Duration12h	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceARS 105,589 - ARS 448,313	Average Duration10h 57m	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,806 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5806 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 ARS 105,589

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Durham, NC, US 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 Philadelphia to Durham?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Durham start at ARS 105,589. The average price for this train route is around ARS 150,097. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Philadelphia to Durham?
The average train trip from Philadelphia to Durham takes 10h 57m and covers 548 km. The quickest train gets you there in 9h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Durham route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Durham?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Durham departs at 4:20am. The latest train departs at 9:50am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

05-17

ARS 258,022

05-18

ARS 339,729

Today

ARS 263,756

05-20

No data

05-21

No data

05-22

ARS 339,729

05-23

ARS 157,680

05-24

ARS 116,110

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on May 24, 2026 with a price of ARS 116,110

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 Durham, NC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ARS 116,110 to ARS 544,713 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ARS 116,110 which is on 2026-05-24.