Train from Raleigh to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Raleigh to Philadelphia on 26 March
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
30th Street StationCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
30th Street StationNo tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
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Union Station
30th Street StationNo tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
Train
Union Station
30th Street StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
30th Street StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:47 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Raleigh 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 9 hours 46 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 279, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
9h 46mAverage duration
556 kmDistance
51kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 889 - R 3 084Average duration12h 55m
14kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 279 - R 8 196Average duration9h 46m
51kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Raleigh to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest train tickets from Raleigh to Philadelphia start from R 1 279. The average price for this train route is around R 1 674. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. Which train operators serve the Raleigh to Philadelphia route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Raleigh to Philadelphia departs at 09:17. And the latest train departs at 12:13.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
23/03
R 2 743
24/03
R 2 743
Today
R 2 639
26/03
R 2 743
27/03
R 3 524
28/03
R 4 114
29/03
R 4 114
30/03
R 3 142
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Raleigh to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 25 Mar 2026 with a price of R 2 639

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 R 2 639 to R 9 877 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 R 2 743, which is on 2026-03-26.

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