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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price on 02 Sept
£68
Average ticket price on 02 Sept
£218
Fastest journey on 02 Sept
5 h 8 m
Average journey duration on 02 Sept
5 h 11 m
Trains on 02 Sept
21
Distance
436 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA will cost around £218 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
On Wed 02 Sept, we found 21 trains from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA, including 17 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 436 km distance in an average of 5 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 15 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.
173 Northeast Regional11:405h49South Station, Boston, MA17:2930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£681One-way0 changes- 175 Northeast Regional15:156h04South Station, Boston, MA21:1930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£681One-way0 changes
- 179 Northeast Regional19:475h52South Station, Boston, MA1:3930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£971One-way0 changes
- 93 Northeast Regional9:206h04South Station, Boston, MA15:2430th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£971One-way0 changes
- 449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional12:5012h01South Station, Boston, MA0:5130th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£1271One-way2 changes
2151 NextGen Acela5:005h08South Station, Boston, MA10:0830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£2371One-way0 changes- 2167 Acela13:005h09South Station, Boston, MA18:0930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£4401One-way0 changes
- 2165 NextGen Acela11:155h10South Station, Boston, MA16:2530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£4401One-way0 changes
- 2159 NextGen Acela9:005h11South Station, Boston, MA14:1130th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£2871One-way0 changes
- 2163 NextGen Acela10:305h15South Station, Boston, MA15:4530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£2871One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £39 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, while a flight costs an average of £120.
Distance: 436 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£95 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest | £120 Average Price | £74 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 6m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 29m Average total duration 6h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA:
A coach is £56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA costing on average £95.
A coach is £81 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA costing on average £120.
Other travel options to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 36m.
Coach takes on average 6h 59m.
Tickets start at around £95 compared to roughly £74 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-21.41. The journey takes 5h 36m versus 5h 20m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Tuesday 1 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 179 Northeast Regional | 19:47 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h52 | 1:39 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
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| 2151 NextGen Acela | 5:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h08 | 10:08 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 95 Northeast Regional | 6:10 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h46 | 11:56 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2155 NextGen Acela | 7:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h17 | 12:17 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 171 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor | 8:12 South Station, Boston, MA | 7h53 | 16:05 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
| 171 Northeast Regional | 8:12 South Station, Boston, MA | 6h03 | 14:15 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2159 NextGen Acela+19 Crescent | 9:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 6h31 | 15:31 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
| 2159 NextGen Acela+97 Silver Meteor | 9:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 7h05 | 16:05 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
| 2159 NextGen Acela | 9:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h11 | 14:11 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 93 Northeast Regional | 9:20 South Station, Boston, MA | 6h04 | 15:24 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 85 Northeast Regional | 10:20 South Station, Boston, MA | 6h08 | 16:28 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2163 NextGen Acela | 10:30 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h15 | 15:45 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2165 NextGen Acela | 11:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h10 | 16:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 173 Northeast Regional | 11:40 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h49 | 17:29 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional | 12:50 South Station, Boston, MA | 12h01 | 0:51 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2 changes | |
| 2167 Acela | 13:00 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h09 | 18:09 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 137 Northeast Regional | 13:37 South Station, Boston, MA | 6h15 | 19:52 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2171 Acela | 15:10 South Station, Boston, MA | 5h19 | 20:29 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 175 Northeast Regional | 15:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 6h04 | 21:19 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 177 Northeast Regional | 17:30 South Station, Boston, MA | 6h15 | 23:45 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 67 Northeast Regional | 18:45 South Station, Boston, MA | 6h06 | 0:51 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
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Trains from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA run on average 18 times per day, taking around 5h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 436 km distance in 5h 8m.
Distance 436 km |
Average train duration 5h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 5h 8m |
First train 9:00 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
FAQs: South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, 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 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in South Station, Boston, MA and 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Most South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trains use the South Station to 30th Street Station station pair. Use this guide to compare South Station, Boston, MA and 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to South Station from Boston city centre
South Station train station facilities and services
South Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Legal Sea Foods, Tavern in the Square
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at South Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at South Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at South Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at South Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at South Station: Elevators, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include InterContinental Boston, The Langham, Boston, Boston Harbor Hotel.
Getting to 30th Street Station from Philadelphia city centre
30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
30th Street Station train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.
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