The cheapest and fastest trains from Williamsburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
£69
Average price
£69
Fastest journey
6 h 29 m
Average duration
6 h 29 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
327 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Williamsburg, 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 Williamsburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £69.
Of the 1 trains that leave Williamsburg, VA for Philadelphia, PA 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 327 km distance in an average of 6 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 29 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Williamsburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Williamsburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a flight costs an average of £70.
Distance: 327 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£72 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest | £175 Average Price |
6h 46m Average total duration 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Williamsburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Williamsburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
174 Northeast Regional | 11:01 Williamsburg Transportation Center, Williamsburg, VA | 6h26 | 17:27 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
186 Northeast Regional | 21:07 Williamsburg Transportation Center, Williamsburg, VA | 6h18 | 03:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Williamsburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Williamsburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £33 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 16:35. The fastest train covers the 327 km distance in 6h 19m.
Distance 327 km |
Average train duration 6h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 6h 19m |
First train 04:20 |
Last train 16:35 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Williamsburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Williamsburg, VA and Philadelphia, PA from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Williamsburg, VA to Philadelphia, PA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Williamsburg, 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 Williamsburg, VA and Philadelphia, PA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with designated areas for short-term and long-term parking.
- Second Street Bistro
- Blue Talon Bistro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Williamsburg Lodge
- Williamsburg Inn
- Colonial Houses
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms and bus connections
- Bus: Williamsburg Area Transit Authority (WATA) routes
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional service
- 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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