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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Durham Station | 30th Street Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Durham Station | 30th Street Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Durham to Philadelphia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 9 hours 33 minutes and with fares starting at just $87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5639 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 $87
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Durham, NC, 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 Durham to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Philadelphia start from $87. The average price for this train route is around $103. 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 Durham to Philadelphia?
The average train ride duration from Durham to Philadelphia is 9h 33m, covering a distance of 340 miles (548 km). The quickest train can get you there in 9h 33m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Durham 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 Durham to Philadelphia?
The earliest train departs from Durham to Philadelphia at 9:27am. And the latest train departs at 9:27am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Durham, NC, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $82To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Durham, NC, US to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $82 to $272 for a train ticket from Durham, NC, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $82 which is on 2025-12-15.
