The cheapest and fastest trains from Lewistown, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
3 h 31 m
Average duration
3 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lewistown, PA 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 Lewistown, PA to Philadelphia, PA will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 1 trains that leave Lewistown, PA 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 217 km distance in an average of 3 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 31 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lewistown, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lewistown, PA to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a flight costs an average of £298.
Distance: 217 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£44 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest | £338 Average Price |
3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 14m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lewistown, PA to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Lewistown, PA to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
42 Pennsylvanian | 16:28 Lewistown Junction, Lewistown, PA | 3h31 | 19:59 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
8690 AMTRAK · 654 Keystone Service | 19:45 Lewistown, PA | 3h41 | 23:26 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lewistown, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Lewistown, PA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:35, the last at 14:45. The fastest train covers the 217 km distance in 3h 31m.
Distance 217 km |
Average train duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 31m |
First train 08:35 |
Last train 14:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Lewistown, PA to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Lewistown, PA and Philadelphia, PA from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lewistown, PA to Philadelphia, PA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lewistown, PA 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 Lewistown, PA and Philadelphia, PA
- 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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