How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Baltimore?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Baltimore start from $8. The average price for this train route is around $28. 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 Baltimore?

The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Baltimore is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 89 miles (143 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h and is operated by Amtrak Acela .

Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Baltimore route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 67 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Baltimore?

The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Baltimore at 12:04am. And the latest train departs at 11:58pm.

What is the best train operator from Philadelphia to Baltimore?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Baltimore?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Baltimore?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Philadelphia to Baltimore?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Philadelphia to Baltimore from $6 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Baltimore on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:53pm	30th Street Station	1h 7m	9:00pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	10:10am	30th Street Station	1h 3m	11:13am	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	4:45am	30th Street Station	1h 17m	6:02am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	6:43am	30th Street Station	1h 4m	7:47am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	4:45am	30th Street Station	1h 17m	6:02am	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Baltimore on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:11pm	30th Street Station	1h 5m	9:16pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	10:10am	30th Street Station	1h 3m	11:13am	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	4:45am	30th Street Station	1h 17m	6:02am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	6:43am	30th Street Station	1h 4m	7:47am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	4:45am	30th Street Station	1h 17m	6:02am	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Baltimore on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:45am	30th Street Station	1h 17m	6:02am	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	10:10am	30th Street Station	1h 3m	11:13am	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	4:45am	30th Street Station	1h 17m	6:02am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	6:43am	30th Street Station	1h 4m	7:47am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	5:34am	30th Street Station	1h 7m	6:41am	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Baltimore on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:34am	30th Street Station	1h 7m	6:41am	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	10:10am	30th Street Station	1h 3m	11:13am	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	4:45am	30th Street Station	1h 17m	6:02am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	6:43am	30th Street Station	1h 4m	7:47am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	4:45am	30th Street Station	1h 17m	6:02am	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Baltimore on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:20am	30th Street Station	1h 16m	5:36am	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	9:14am	30th Street Station	1h 1m	10:15am	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	4:20am	30th Street Station	1h 16m	5:36am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	9:14am	30th Street Station	1h 1m	10:15am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	5:34am	30th Street Station	1h 7m	6:41am	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Baltimore on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:20am	30th Street Station	1h 16m	5:36am	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	10:29pm	30th Street Station	1h	11:29pm	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	4:20am	30th Street Station	1h 16m	5:36am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	10:13am	30th Street Station	1h 4m	11:17am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	5:34am	30th Street Station	1h 7m	6:41am	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Baltimore on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:34am	30th Street Station	1h 7m	6:41am	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	10:10am	30th Street Station	1h 3m	11:13am	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	4:45am	30th Street Station	1h 17m	6:02am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	6:43am	30th Street Station	1h 4m	7:47am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	4:45am	30th Street Station	1h 17m	6:02am	Penn Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Baltimore

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Baltimore. The journey takes about 2 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day

2h 5mAverage Duration

90 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $63	Average Duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$8 - $576	Average Duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,619 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Users have shared positive experiences about their trips, highlighting the efficiency and speed of the ride. They appreciated the smooth and quiet journey with exceptionally comfortable seats, contributing to an overall enjoyable travel experience. Despite a slight delay mentioned in one review, travelers found their journeys pleasant and satisfying.

Amtrak Philadelphia Baltimore recent customer reviews

It was a slight delay. Overall it was a good experience. I had a nice seat. I was comfortable

Takisha B.

July 5, 2025

I loved the ease of it all, the ride was smooth and quiet! The seats were exceptionally soft and comfortable!! I had a wonderful experience!!

Kimberly R.

January 15, 2024

Severely overpriced for the service provided though the service was appropriate for the circumstances.

Zachary R.

June 12, 2022

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Baltimore 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 Baltimore?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Baltimore start from $8. The average price for this train route is around $28. 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 Baltimore?
The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Baltimore is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 89 miles (143 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h and is operated by Amtrak Acela.
Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Baltimore route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 67 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Baltimore?
The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Baltimore at 12:04am. And the latest train departs at 11:58pm.
What is the best train operator from Philadelphia to Baltimore?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Baltimore?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Baltimore?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Philadelphia to Baltimore?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/29

$17

11/30

$65

Today

$34

12/02

$11

12/03

$6

12/04

$6

12/05

$11

12/06

$11

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Baltimore was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $6

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

You can expect to pay from $6 to $555 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Baltimore based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Amtrak Acela will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia, PA to Baltimore?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time2h 5m	Avg Price$28	Daily Departures22
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1h 15m	Avg Price$28	Daily Departures67

The best way to travel between Philadelphia, PA and Baltimore is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $28 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $8. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Baltimore, choose the train, as it will take you from Philadelphia, PA to Baltimore in about 1h 15m - that's the fastest way to get there!