How much is the train ticket from Raleigh to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Raleigh to Philadelphia start at $106. The average price for this train route is around $177. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Raleigh to Philadelphia?

The average train trip from Raleigh to Philadelphia takes 9h 46m and covers 556 km. The quickest train gets you there in 8h 47m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Raleigh to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Raleigh to Philadelphia departs at 9:17am. The latest train departs at 10:13am.

Train Raleigh to Philadelphia from $101 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Raleigh to Philadelphia on December 4
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 46m	7:03pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:17am	Union Station	9h 46m	7:03pm	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 December 5
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 46m	7:03pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:17am	Union Station	9h 46m	7:03pm	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 December 6
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 December 7
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 19m	6:36pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:17am	Union Station	9h 19m	6:36pm	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 December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:17am	Union Station	10h 43m	8:00pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	10:13am	Union Station	8h 47m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	10:13am	Union Station	8h 47m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:17am	Union Station	9h 46m	7:03pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:17am	Union Station	9h 46m	7:03pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Philadelphia on December 9
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 46m	7:03pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:17am	Union Station	9h 46m	7:03pm	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 December 10
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 46m	7:03pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	9:17am	Union Station	9h 46m	7:03pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	9:17am	Union Station	10h 43m	8:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

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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 12 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $66, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

36bus per day

12h 55mAverage Duration

554 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$66 - $412	Average Duration12h 55m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$106 - $2,963	Average Duration9h 46m	CO₂ emissions 51kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5621 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $106

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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 at $106. The average price for this train route is around $177. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Raleigh to Philadelphia?
The average train trip from Raleigh to Philadelphia takes 9h 46m and covers 556 km. The quickest train gets you there in 8h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Raleigh to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Raleigh to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Raleigh to Philadelphia departs at 9:17am. The latest train departs at 10:13am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-01

$337

12-02

$222

Today

$212

12-04

$222

12-05

$222

12-06

$159

12-07

$222

12-08

$159

The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $159

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 $159 to $2,713 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 $159 which is on 2025-12-06.