The cheapest and fastest trains from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
£94
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
9 h 33 m
Average duration
9 h 33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
548 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £94.
Of the 1 trains that leave Durham, NC for Philadelphia, PA every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 548 km distance in an average of 9 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 33 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
80 Carolinian9:279h33Durham Station, Durham, NC19:0030th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£941One-way0 changes
80 Carolinian9:279h33Durham Station, Durham, NC19:0030th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£941One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a flight costs an average of £74.
Distance: 548 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£141 Average Price | £70 Average Price Cheapest | £265 Average Price |
10h 2m Average total duration 9h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 54m Average total duration 8h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 19m Average total duration Fastest 4h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 14 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
80 Carolinian | 13:27 Durham Station, Durham, NC | 9h33 | 23:00 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £71 but you can travel from only £41 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 10:38. The fastest train covers the 548 km distance in 9h 33m.
Distance 548 km |
Average train duration 9h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 9h 33m |
First train 4:20 |
Last train 10:38 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Durham, NC and Philadelphia, PA from £41. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Durham, NC and Philadelphia, PA
- 6:30 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby, with several public parking options in the vicinity.
- Parker and Otis
- Dame's Chicken & Waffles
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- Durham Marriott City Center
- 21c Museum Hotel Durham
- Aloft Durham Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platform access
- Bus: GoDurham buses available
- Amtrak Thruway buses
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
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