How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Tucson?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Tucson start from R 6 839. The average price for this train route is around R 8 779. 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 Tucson?

The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Tucson is 3d 8h, covering a distance of 3305 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3d 6h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Tucson route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Philadelphia to Tucson departs at 12:00. And the latest train departs at 15:38.

Train Philadelphia to Tucson from R 4 971 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Philadelphia to Tucson on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:03	30th Street Station	3d 8h	20:00	Tucson Station	No tags
Train	15:38	30th Street Station	3d 6h	20:00	Tucson Station	No tags
Train	13:03	30th Street Station	3d 8h	20:00	Tucson Station	No tags
Train	12:42	30th Street Station	3d 9h	20:00	Tucson Station	No tags
Train	11:30	30th Street Station	3d 10h	20:00	Tucson Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Tucson

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tucson. The journey takes about 2 days, 13 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 236, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

2d 13hAverage duration

3276 kmDistance

82kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 3 236 - R 12 729	Average duration2d 13h	CO₂ emissions 82kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 6 839 - R 49 844	Average duration3d 8h	CO₂ emissions 301kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 650 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5650 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 6 839

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Tucson 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 Tucson?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Tucson start from R 6 839. The average price for this train route is around R 8 779. 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 Tucson?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Tucson is 3d 8h, covering a distance of 3305 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Tucson route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Tucson?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Tucson departs at 12:00. 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.

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R 4 971

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R 8 359

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Tucson was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 971

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 Tucson as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 4 971 to R 38 352 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Tucson based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 8 359, which is on 2025-12-20.