The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh, NC
Cheapest price
£134
Average price
£185
Fastest journey
9 h 3 m
Average duration
9 h 31 m
Trains per day
6
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 £185 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £134.
Of the 6 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Raleigh, NC 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 556 km distance in an average of 9 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 h 9 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.
79 Carolinian8:5810h0930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA19:07Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC£1341One-way0 changes
65 Northeast Regional · 79 Carolinian4:2014h4730th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA19:07Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC£1391One-way1 change
103 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian10:209h2130th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA19:41Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC£1551One-way1 change
153 Northeast Regional · 79 Carolinian9:339h3430th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA19:07Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC£1551One-way1 change
155 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian10:389h0330th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA19:41Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC£1801One-way1 change
155 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian10:389h0330th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA19:41Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC£1801One-way1 change
103 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian10:209h2130th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA19:41Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC£1551One-way1 change
41 Floridian+
2205 Acela10:139h2830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA19:41Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC£3501One-way1 change
153 Northeast Regional · 79 Carolinian9:339h3430th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA19:07Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC£1551One-way1 change
79 Carolinian8:5810h0930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA19:07Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC£1341One-way0 changes
Travel 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 £40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. 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 £40, and a flight costs an average of £116.
Distance: 556 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£92 Average Price | £64 Average Price Cheapest | £308 Average Price |
9h 19m Average total duration 8h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 19m Average total duration 9h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m 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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Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh, NC trains for tomorrow, Saturday 20 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
65 Northeast Regional · 79 Carolinian | 4:20 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 14h47 | 19:07 Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 1 change | |
79 Carolinian | 8:58 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 10h09 | 19:07 Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
153 Northeast Regional · 79 Carolinian | 9:33 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 9h34 | 19:07 Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 1 change | |
41 Floridian+ 2205 Acela | 10:13 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 9h28 | 19:41 Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 1 change | |
103 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian | 10:20 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 9h21 | 19:41 Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 1 change | |
155 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian | 10:38 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 9h03 | 19:41 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 4 times per day, taking around 8h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £40 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 12:13. The fastest train covers the 556 km distance in 8h 46m.
Distance 556 km |
Average train duration 8h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 46m |
First train 4:15 |
Last train 12:13 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Raleigh, NC from £40. 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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