How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Sandusky?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Sandusky start from $115. The average price for this train route is around $231. 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 Philadelphia to Sandusky?

The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Sandusky is 15h 50m, covering a distance of 407 miles (657 km). The quickest train can get you there in 14h 59m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Sandusky route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Sandusky at 9:55am. And the latest train departs at 1:20pm.

Train Philadelphia to Sandusky from $191 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Sandusky on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	15h 20m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	Cheapest
	Train	1:03pm	30th Street Station	14h 59m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	Fastest
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	16h 1m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:12pm	30th Street Station	15h 50m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	16h 1m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Sandusky on December 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:29pm	30th Street Station	15h 33m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	CheapestFastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:13am	30th Street Station	17h 49m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags
	Train	12:29pm	30th Street Station	15h 33m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:13am	30th Street Station	17h 49m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags
	Train	12:29pm	30th Street Station	15h 33m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Sandusky on December 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:33pm	30th Street Station	15h 29m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	Cheapest
	Train	1:03pm	30th Street Station	14h 59m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	Fastest
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	16h 1m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:12pm	30th Street Station	15h 50m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	16h 1m	4:02am	Sandusky Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 8:20 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Sandusky

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Sandusky. The journey takes about 17 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

17h 20mAverage Duration

409 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$87 - $369	Average Duration17h 20m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$115 - $904	Average Duration15h 50m	CO₂ emissions 60kg 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. 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 $115

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Sandusky 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 Philadelphia to Sandusky?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Sandusky start from $115. The average price for this train route is around $231. 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 Philadelphia to Sandusky?
The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Sandusky is 15h 50m, covering a distance of 407 miles (657 km). The quickest train can get you there in 14h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Sandusky route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Sandusky?
The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Sandusky at 9:55am. And the latest train departs at 1:20pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/13

$111

12/14

$269

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$243

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$260

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Sandusky was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $111

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 Sandusky, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $111 to $1,062 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Sandusky based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $243 which is on 2025-12-19.