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Philadelphia Museum of Art
Major art museum with wide-ranging collections and the famous steps. Worth visiting for both the galleries and the skyline views outside.
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£13
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
51 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
51 m
Trains on 19 Sept
2
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Parkesburg, 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 Parkesburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 2 trains from Parkesburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 64 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 51 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Parkesburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 64 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 19m sooner (53m by train vs 1h 12m by car). Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £7 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Parkesburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:53 Parkesburg, PA | 0h49 | 14:42 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:25 Parkesburg, PA | 1h01 | 22:26 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Parkesburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:08. The fastest train covers the 64 km distance in 46m.
Distance 64 km |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 4:40 |
Last train 22:08 |
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Discover the best of Philadelphia, PA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Philadelphia, PA trip today.
Major art museum with wide-ranging collections and the famous steps. Worth visiting for both the galleries and the skyline views outside.
Engaging science museum with hands-on exhibits, a planetarium, and family-friendly displays. Good for curious visitors of all ages.
Compact museum focused on Rodin sculptures in a peaceful Beaux-Arts setting. Ideal for a quieter art stop near the Parkway.
Historic square and green in the Old City area, surrounded by major independence sites. Useful as a starting point for walking the district.
Popular urban trail and park along the Delaware River with lawns, hammocks, seasonal attractions, and open river views.
Large riverside park with boat houses, trails, and skyline views. Excellent for walking, running, and seeing a greener side of the city.
A long roll filled with thinly sliced beef and melted cheese, often with fried onions. It is Philadelphia’s signature street-food sandwich.
A soft pretzel with a figure-of-eight shape and chewy texture, commonly sold by street vendors and bakeries across the city.
A roast pork sandwich with slow-roasted pork, sharp provolone and broccoli rabe. It is a classic Italian-American Philadelphia speciality.
Historic indoor market with many traders serving roast pork, pretzels, pastries and other Philadelphia staples in a lively casual setting.
Classic South Philadelphia sandwich shop best known for roast pork sandwiches with broccoli rabe and sharp provolone.
Established restaurant serving refined Pennsylvania Dutch and Mid-Atlantic cooking in an elegant but relaxed City Center dining room.
Moderate for US city breaks: hotels are often pricey, but dining and SEPTA fares are reasonable for tourists.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis: 10-15%. Cafés: small change or $1 per drink is common.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Parkesburg, 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.

Most Parkesburg, PA to Philadelphia, PA trains use the Parkesburg Station to 30th Street Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Parkesburg, PA and Philadelphia, PA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Parkesburg Station has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Parkesburg Station.
ATMs are available at Parkesburg Station.
Accessibility facilities are available at Parkesburg Station.
30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
30th Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.
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