The cheapest and fastest trains from Manassas, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
£66
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
3 h 16 m
Average duration
3 h 26 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
239 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manassas, VA 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 Manassas, VA to Philadelphia, PA will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manassas, VA for Philadelphia, PA every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 239 km distance in an average of 3 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 36 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.
22:353h16Manassas, VA1:51Philadelphia, PA£661One-way0 changes
0:303h36Manassas, VA4:06Philadelphia, PA£691One-way0 changes
22:353h16Manassas, VA1:51Philadelphia, PA£661One-way0 changes
0:303h36Manassas, VA4:06Philadelphia, PA£691One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Manassas, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manassas, VA 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 train which can get you there in 3h 27m. 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 £175.
Distance: 239 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£50 Average Price | £297 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 14m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Manassas, VA to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Manassas, VA to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Saturday 6 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
20 Crescent | 12:25 Manassas Station, Manassas, VA | 3h43 | 16:08 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
156 Northeast Regional | 12:44 Manassas Station, Manassas, VA | 3h48 | 16:32 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
156 Northeast Regional · 168 Northeast Regional | 12:44 Manassas Station, Manassas, VA | 4h31 | 17:15 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
66 Northeast Regional | 20:30 Manassas Station, Manassas, VA | 3h36 | 0:06 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 7 June | |||||
![]() | 0:30 Manassas, VA | 3h36 | 4:06 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manassas, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Manassas, VA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 239 km distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 239 km |
Average train duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 4:52 |
Last train 20:30 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Amtrak, Virginia Railway Express from Manassas, VA to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak, Virginia Railway Express trains will get you between Manassas, VA 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: Manassas, VA to Philadelphia, PA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manassas, VA 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 Manassas, VA and Philadelphia, PA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with several parking lots nearby.
- City Tavern
- Okra's Cajun Creole
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Olde Towne Inn
- Best Western Manassas
- Hampton Inn Manassas
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms
- Bus: OmniRide local and commuter buses available
- Taxi services available
- 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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