Trains from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia from $10

Amtrak

With transfers

2h 06m

From $10

Train - Operated by Amtrak

Amtrak

With transfers

1h 50m

From $10

Train - Operated by Amtrak

Amtrak

With transfers

1h 50m

From $10

Train - Operated by Amtrak

Amtrak

With transfers

1h 51m

From $20

Train - Operated by Amtrak

Amtrak

With transfers

1h 56m

From $20

Train - Operated by Amtrak

Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia train information

Find information about ticket prices, popular stations, and train companies that offer trains from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia

ROUND-TRIP FROM	$20
ONE-WAY FROM	$10
AVG TRAVEL TIME	1h 57m
TRAIN COMPANIES	Amtrak, Acela

The best round-trip train deal from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $20

The best one-way train deal from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $10

Average time it takes to travel by train from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia

There are 2 train companies servicing this route: Amtrak, Acela

Washington, D.C. Train Station Directory

Location of major train stations in Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C. LortonWashington, D.C., 38.70814, -77.22094

Washington, D.C. AberdeenWashington, D.C., 39.508446, -76.16326

Washington, D.C. FredericksburgWashington, D.C., 38.298412, -77.45721

Washington, D.C. New CarrolltonWashington, D.C., 38.94778, -76.871666

Washington, D.C. AlexandriaWashington, D.C., 38.806503, -77.06233

Washington, D.C. UnionWashington, D.C., 38.89731, -77.00626

Philadelphia Train Station Directory

Location of major train stations in Philadelphia

Philadelphia Newark StationPhiladelphia, 39.669691, -75.753508

Philadelphia NorthPhiladelphia, 39.997289, -75.155199

Philadelphia TrentonPhiladelphia, 40.218334, -74.755

Philadelphia 30th Street StationPhiladelphia, 39.955833, -75.181944

Book round-trip train tickets from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia

Below are the quickest and cheapest round-trip train tickets from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia that we could find in the past 72 hours. You can also search by a specific date by using the search form above.

Amtrak

May 7

8:30 pmWashington, D.C. Union

1h 55m

10:25 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

May 8

9:17 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

2h 05m

11:22 pmWashington, D.C. Union

$20

Amtrak

May 14

5:05 amWashington, D.C. Union

1h 50m

6:55 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

May 21

9:13 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

2h 09m

11:22 pmWashington, D.C. Union

$20

Amtrak

May 14

5:05 amWashington, D.C. Union

1h 50m

6:55 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

May 15

8:16 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

1h 56m

10:12 pmWashington, D.C. Union

$20

Amtrak

May 25

9:15 pmWashington, D.C. Union

1h 50m

11:05 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

May 26

7:37 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

2h 03m

9:40 pmWashington, D.C. Union

$20

Amtrak

Apr 22

8:10 amWashington, D.C. Union

1h 48m

9:58 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

Apr 22

8:16 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

1h 56m

10:12 pmWashington, D.C. Union

$46

Amtrak

Apr 23

8:10 amWashington, D.C. Union

1h 48m

9:58 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

Apr 23

9:17 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

2h 05m

11:22 pmWashington, D.C. Union

$46

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Book one-way train tickets from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia

Below are the fastest and cheapest one-way train tickets from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia we’ve found in the last 72 hours. Select a deal below or use the search form above to find train tickets by date.

Amtrak

May 29

9:15 pmWashington, D.C. Union

1h 56m

11:11 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

$10

Amtrak

May 1

10:00 pmWashington, D.C. Union

2h 06m

12:06 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

$10

Amtrak

May 9

5:05 amWashington, D.C. Union

1h 50m

6:55 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

$10

Amtrak

May 9

5:05 amWashington, D.C. Union

1h 50m

6:55 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

$10

Amtrak

Apr 21

5:25 amWashington, D.C. Union

1h 51m

7:16 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

$20

Amtrak

Apr 22

9:15 pmWashington, D.C. Union

1h 56m

11:11 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

$20

Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia Buses

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Choose the best way to get from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia

Buses

2h 50m

$6 one-way$12 round-trip

Nonstop · from $12

Distance to downtown

ZFV • 1.5 mi

21lb CO2

86% less than flights

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Trains

1h 30m

$10 one-way$20 round-trip

Nonstop · from $20

Distance to downtown

ZFV • 1.5 mi

34lb CO2

78% less than flights

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Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia Trains

Flights

0h 57m

$58 one-way$89 round-trip

Nonstop · from $2191 stop · from $90

Distance to downtown

PHL • 7.0 mi

157lb CO2

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Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia Flights

FAQs for booking trains from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia

How much does a train ticket from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia cost?

A ticket from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia for this week starts from $10 one-way. At $20 on average, one-way train tickets from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia are best booked early to save more on your trip.

How long is the train ride from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia?

Arrive at your destination quickly by taking a 1h 30m train from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia. Your arrival can differ by about 0h 27m. This largely depends on whether your train ride includes stops or a direct route from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia. Look into Acela, they have one of the quickest options available.

When should I purchase the train tickets from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia?

Currently, train tickets prices from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia are generally similar no matter when you choose to book them. Prices are $20 one-way on average.

Which train companies operate between Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia?

Ride to your destination comfortably on Amtrak and Acela. Consider Amtrak as it’s been found as the cheapest option to get from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia starting at $20.

How far is Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia by train?

There are 123.7 mi between Washington, D.C. and Philadelphia. By train, the distance is greater, and the train route may stop elsewhere along the way. Most trains from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia will get there in 1h 30m.

What is the carbon footprint of a train from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia?

Taking a train from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia has a carbon footprint of about 33lb. The train has a smaller footprint by about 79% compared to flying this route (156lb). Buses to Philadelphia from Washington, D.C. have a carbon footprint of 21lb on average.

Is a train the fastest way to get from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia?

At 0h 56m, choosing to opt for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia for this trip versus opting for a train from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia or a bus from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia can save you time on travel.

Is a train the cheapest way to get from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia?

A bus from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia is currently going to be the least expensive option currently available. You can also find deals for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia starting at $89, or consider a train from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia starting at $20. Both of these alternative options are worth considering when looking to reach your destination.

Amtrak trains from Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia

Our best Amtrak deals on Washington, D.C. to Philadelphia train tickets

Amtrak

May 7

ZWU8:30 pmWashington, D.C. Union

1h 55m

ZFV10:25 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

May 8

ZFV9:17 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

2h 05m

ZWU11:22 pmWashington, D.C. Union

$20

Amtrak

Apr 22

ZWU8:10 amWashington, D.C. Union

1h 48m

ZFV9:58 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

Apr 22

ZFV8:16 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

1h 56m

ZWU10:12 pmWashington, D.C. Union

$46

Amtrak

May 14

9LX7:58 amAlexandria

2h 49m

ZFV10:47 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

May 21

ZFV2:20 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

3h 00m

9LX5:20 pmAlexandria

$48