The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh, NC
Cheapest price
£516
Average price
£639
Fastest journey
9 h 31 m
Average duration
9 h 41 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
556 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh, NC will cost around £639 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £516.
To travel from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh, NC you need to make at least one change.
141 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian
2151 Acela+
41 Floridian
2151 Acela+
41 Floridian
141 Northeast Regional · 41 FloridianTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 31m. 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 £37, and a flight costs an average of £84.
Distance: 556 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£102 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest | £254 Average Price |
9h 1m Average total duration 8h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 11m Average total duration 8h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh, NC trains for today, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2205 Acela+ 41 Floridian | 15:13 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 9h28 | 00:41 Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 1 change | |
103 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian | 15:20 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 9h21 | 00:41 Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 1 change | |
155 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian | 15:38 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 9h03 | 00:41 Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh, NC
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh, NC run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 12:40. The fastest train covers the 556 km distance in 8h 46m.
Distance 556 km |
Average train duration 8h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 46m |
First train 04:20 |
Last train 12:40 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh, NC trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Raleigh, NC from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh, NC train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh, NC 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 Raleigh, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Philadelphia, PA and Raleigh, NC
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available in the vicinity of the station with multiple public parking options.
- The Pit Authentic BBQ
- Humble Pie
- Whiskey Kitchen
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $1
- The Raleigh Marriott City Center
- Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
- Residence Inn Raleigh Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms and boarding area
- Bus: GoRaleigh routes 6, 8, 11, 21
- R-Line (downtown circulator)
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