How much does a train ticket cost from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Cincinnati to Philadelphia start from £76. The average price for this train route is around £92. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?

The average train journey time from Cincinnati to Philadelphia is 17h 14m, covering a distance of 501 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 16h 14m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Cincinnati to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Cincinnati to Philadelphia departs at 03:37. And the latest train departs at 04:37.

Train Cincinnati to Philadelphia from £72 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Cincinnati to Philadelphia on 25 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	03:37	Union Terminal	17h 14m	20:51	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	03:37	Union Terminal	17h 14m	20:51	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Cincinnati to Philadelphia on 27 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	03:37	Union Terminal	17h 14m	20:51	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 08:05 EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Cincinnati to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 17 hours 14 minutes and with fares starting at just £76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

17h 14mAverage duration

501 milesDistance

73kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£61 - £248	Average duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£76 - £325	Average duration17h 14m	CO₂ emissions 73kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,774 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5774 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 £76

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cincinnati to Philadelphia, PA by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Cincinnati to Philadelphia start from £76. The average price for this train route is around £92. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Cincinnati to Philadelphia is 17h 14m, covering a distance of 501 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 16h 14m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Cincinnati to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cincinnati to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Cincinnati to Philadelphia departs at 03:37. And the latest train departs at 04:37.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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£806

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£153

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£153

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The cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 25 Mar 2026 with a price of £153

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

You can expect to pay from £153 to £806 for a train ticket from Cincinnati to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £153, which is on 2026-03-25.