How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Greenville?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Greenville start from R 2 208. The average price for this train route is around R 2 710. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Greenville?

The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Greenville is 13h 46m, covering a distance of 854 km. The quickest train can get you there in 13h 46m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Greenville route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Greenville?

The earliest train from Philadelphia to Greenville departs at 15:38. And the latest train departs at 15:38.

Train Philadelphia to Greenville from R 2 113 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Greenville on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	15:38	30th Street Station	13h 46m	05:24	Greenville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	15:38	30th Street Station	13h 46m	05:24	Greenville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:50 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Greenville

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Greenville. The journey takes about 18 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 216, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

18h 35mAverage duration

852 kmDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 216 - R 5 692	Average duration18h 35m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 208 - R 12 014	Average duration13h 46m	CO₂ emissions 78kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 208

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Greenville, SC by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Greenville?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Greenville start from R 2 208. The average price for this train route is around R 2 710. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Greenville?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Greenville is 13h 46m, covering a distance of 854 km. The quickest train can get you there in 13h 46m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Greenville route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Greenville?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Greenville departs at 15:38. And the latest train departs at 15:38.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

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R 3 707

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R 4 469

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R 3 101

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R 2 598

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R 2 113

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The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Greenville, SC was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 113

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 113 to R 11 587 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Greenville, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 113, which is on 2025-12-15.