Previously seen journeys
| 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 | Selma Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | 30th Street Station | Selma Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | 30th Street Station | Selma Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | 30th Street Station | Selma Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | 30th Street Station | Selma Station | No tags |
Get from Philadelphia to Selma
The journey takes about 8 hours 42 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 052, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5762 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 1 052
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Selma, NC 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 Selma?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Selma start from R 1 052. The average price for this train route is around R 1 661. 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 Selma?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Selma is 8h 42m, covering a distance of 563 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Selma route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Selma?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Selma departs at 04:20. And the latest train departs at 09:17.
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 Selma, NC was searched and found on 25 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 226To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Selma, NC as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 226 to R 3 793 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Selma, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 226, which is on 2026-02-28.
