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

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Philadelphia start from £126. The average price for this train route is around £174. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Philadelphia?

The average train journey time from Birmingham to Philadelphia is 22h 18m, covering a distance of 780 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 21h 44m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Philadelphia?

The earliest train from Birmingham to Philadelphia departs at 17:24. And the latest train departs at 17:24.

Train Birmingham to Philadelphia from £120 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Birmingham to Philadelphia on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:24	Birmingham Station	21h 44m	16:08	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	17:24	Birmingham Station	21h 44m	16:08	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	17:24	Birmingham Station	1d	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	17:24	Birmingham Station	1d	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	17:24	Birmingham Station	1d	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags

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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 22 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just £126, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

22h 18mAverage duration

780 milesDistance

114kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£67 - £339	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£126 - £675	Average duration22h 18m	CO₂ emissions 114kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,625 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5625 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 £126

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham, US 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 Birmingham to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Philadelphia start from £126. The average price for this train route is around £174. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Birmingham to Philadelphia is 22h 18m, covering a distance of 780 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 21h 44m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Philadelphia departs at 17:24. And the latest train departs at 17:24.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

03/12

£223

04/12

£223

Today

£147

06/12

£176

07/12

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10/12

£120

The cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £120

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

You can expect to pay from £120 to £604 for a train ticket from Birmingham, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £120, which is on 2025-12-10.