Train from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Grand Rapids to Philadelphia on 16 December
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AmtrakTrain
Grand Rapids Station
30th Street StationCheapest
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Grand Rapids Station
30th Street StationFastest
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Grand Rapids Station
30th Street StationNo tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela
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Grand Rapids Station
30th Street StationNo tags
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Grand Rapids Station
30th Street StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Grand Rapids to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
1d 4hAverage duration
556 milesDistance
22kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£70 - £284Average duration1d 4h
22kg CO₂e
Average price£115 - £1,596Average duration1d 14h
85kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Philadelphia, PA by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Grand Rapids to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest train tickets from Grand Rapids to Philadelphia start from £115. The average price for this train route is around £238. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Grand Rapids to Philadelphia?

    The average train journey time from Grand Rapids to Philadelphia is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 580 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Grand Rapids to Philadelphia route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Grand Rapids to Philadelphia?

    The earliest train from Grand Rapids to Philadelphia departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 06:00.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £160

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £160 to £719 for a train ticket from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £160, which is on 2025-12-16.

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