The cheapest and fastest trains from Quantico, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£89
Fastest journey
3 h 28 m
Average duration
3 h 38 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
243 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Quantico, 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 Quantico, VA to Philadelphia, PA will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £52.
Of the 5 trains that leave Quantico, VA for Philadelphia, PA every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 243 km distance in an average of 3 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 2 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.
94 Northeast Regional12:273h29Quantico Station, Quantico, VA15:5630th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£521One-way0 changes
138 Northeast Regional16:294h02Quantico Station, Quantico, VA20:3130th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£921One-way0 changes
186 Northeast Regional18:573h28Quantico Station, Quantico, VA22:2530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£921One-way0 changes
86 Northeast Regional7:143h33Quantico Station, Quantico, VA10:4730th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£921One-way0 changes
80 Carolinian15:223h38Quantico Station, Quantico, VA19:0030th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£1161One-way0 changes
186 Northeast Regional18:573h28Quantico Station, Quantico, VA22:2530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£921One-way0 changes
94 Northeast Regional12:273h29Quantico Station, Quantico, VA15:5630th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£521One-way0 changes
86 Northeast Regional7:143h33Quantico Station, Quantico, VA10:4730th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£921One-way0 changes
80 Carolinian15:223h38Quantico Station, Quantico, VA19:0030th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£1161One-way0 changes
138 Northeast Regional16:294h02Quantico Station, Quantico, VA20:3130th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£921One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Quantico, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Quantico, VA to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £100.
Distance: 243 km
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£27 Average Price Cheapest | £184 Average Price | £30 Average Price |
4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 18m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Quantico, VA to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Quantico, VA to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Wednesday 6 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:27 Quantico, VA | 3h29 | 15:56 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:29 Quantico, VA | 3h31 | 19:00 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:29 Quantico, VA | 4h02 | 20:31 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Quantico, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Quantico, VA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 19:43. The fastest train covers the 243 km distance in 3h 28m.
Distance 243 km |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 28m |
First train 4:20 |
Last train 19:43 |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Quantico, VA to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Quantico, VA and Philadelphia, PA from £22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Quantico, VA to Philadelphia, PA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Quantico, 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 Quantico, VA and Philadelphia, PA
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Parking is available on the Marine Corps Base, subject to base access regulations.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free for passengers
- Located in the main hall
- The station is a small facility with basic amenities, primarily serving Amtrak and VRE trains.
- Bus: Local shuttle services available
- VRE: Fredericksburg Line
- 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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