How much is the train ticket from Atlanta to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Atlanta to Philadelphia start from R 2 589. The average price for this train route is around R 2 969. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Atlanta to Philadelphia?

The average train journey time from Atlanta to Philadelphia is 17h 42m, covering a distance of 1067 km. The quickest train can get you there in 16h 39m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Atlanta to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Atlanta to Philadelphia departs at 23:00. And the latest train departs at 23:29.

Train Atlanta to Philadelphia from R 2 481 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Atlanta to Philadelphia on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 31m	19:00	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	17h 13m	16:42	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	17h 13m	16:42	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 31m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 31m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Philadelphia on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	16h 39m	16:08	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	16h 39m	16:08	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 31m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 31m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 31m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Philadelphia on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	16h 39m	16:08	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	16h 39m	16:08	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 31m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 31m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 31m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Philadelphia on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	17h 13m	16:42	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	17h 13m	16:42	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 31m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 31m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 31m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Philadelphia on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	17h 13m	16:42	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	17h 13m	16:42	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 31m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 31m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 31m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Philadelphia on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	17h 13m	16:42	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	17h 13m	16:42	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 31m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 31m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 31m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Philadelphia on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 31m	19:00	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	17h 13m	16:42	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	17h 13m	16:42	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 31m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 31m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:31 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Atlanta 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 42 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 589, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

17h 42mAverage duration

1067 kmDistance

97kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 339 - R 4 580	Average duration21h 5m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 589 - R 6 711	Average duration17h 42m	CO₂ emissions 97kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 623 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5623 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 R 2 589

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Atlanta, GA 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.

How much is the train ticket from Atlanta to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Atlanta to Philadelphia start from R 2 589. The average price for this train route is around R 2 969. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Atlanta to Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Atlanta to Philadelphia is 17h 42m, covering a distance of 1067 km. The quickest train can get you there in 16h 39m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Atlanta to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Atlanta to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Atlanta to Philadelphia departs at 23:00. And the latest train departs at 23:29.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

02/12

R 4 699

03/12

R 4 455

Today

R 4 455

05/12

R 3 459

06/12

R 4 158

07/12

R 2 918

08/12

R 2 918

09/12

R 2 481

The cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 481

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 481 to R 13 643 for a train ticket from Atlanta, GA to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 481, which is on 2025-12-09.