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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | 30th Street Station | Amtrak Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | 30th Street Station | Amtrak Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Lafayette
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Lafayette. The journey takes about 22 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 380, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5773 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 831
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Lafayette, IN by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Lafayette?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Lafayette start from R 1 831. The average price for this train route is around R 3 170. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Lafayette?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Lafayette is 23h 45m, covering a distance of 996 km. The quickest train can get you there in 23h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Lafayette 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 Philadelphia to Lafayette?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Lafayette departs at 08:15. And the latest train departs at 08:15.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Lafayette, IN was searched and found on 25 Mar 2026 with a price of R 3 706To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Lafayette, IN as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 706 to R 10 384 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Lafayette, IN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 706, which is on 2026-03-25.
