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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 | Lafayette, LA | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | 30th Street Station | Lafayette, LA | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Lafayette
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Lafayette. The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $213, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5754 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $237
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Lafayette, LA by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 $237. The average price for this train route is around $396. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Lafayette?
The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Lafayette is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 1160 miles (1870 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Lafayette route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Lafayette?
The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Lafayette at 3:38pm. And the latest train departs at 3:38pm.
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, LA was searched and found on Feb 5, 2026 with a price of $227To 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, LA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $227 to $851 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Lafayette, LA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $227 which is on 2026-02-05.
