How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Philadelphia start from $163. The average price for this train route is around $302. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Philadelphia?

The average train ride duration from Birmingham to Philadelphia is 22h 18m, covering a distance of 780 miles (1258 km). The quickest train can get you there in 21h 44m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Birmingham to Philadelphia route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Birmingham to Philadelphia?

The earliest train departs from Birmingham to Philadelphia at 5:24pm. And the latest train departs at 5:24pm.

Train Birmingham to Philadelphia from $156 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Birmingham to Philadelphia on December 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	21h 44m	4:08pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	21h 44m	5:08pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	21h 44m	4:08pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	22h 18m	4:42pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	5:24pm	Birmingham Station	1d	7:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

787 milesDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$99 - $469	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$163 - $1,456	Average Duration22h 18m	CO₂ emissions 114kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,673 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5673 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $163

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Birmingham, US to Philadelphia, PA by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Philadelphia start from $163. The average price for this train route is around $302. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Philadelphia?
The average train ride duration from Birmingham to Philadelphia is 22h 18m, covering a distance of 780 miles (1258 km). The quickest train can get you there in 21h 44m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Birmingham to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Birmingham to Philadelphia?
The earliest train departs from Birmingham to Philadelphia at 5:24pm. And the latest train departs at 5:24pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/22

$527

12/23

No data

Today

$228

12/25

$1,405

12/26

$156

12/27

No data

12/28

$274

12/29

No data

The cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 26, 2025 with a price of $156

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

You can expect to pay from $156 to $1,405 for a train ticket from Birmingham, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $156 which is on 2025-12-26.