How much does a train ticket from Philadelphia to Raleigh cost?

The average train ticket price from Philadelphia to Raleigh is $124. The best way to find train tickets from Philadelphia to Raleigh is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Philadelphia to Raleigh?

A train trip between Philadelphia and Raleigh is around 9h 28m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 31m. This is the time it takes to travel the 346 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Philadelphia and Raleigh?

The number of trains from Philadelphia to Raleigh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Philadelphia to Raleigh by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Philadelphia to Raleigh?

When taking the train from Philadelphia to Raleigh, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

What are the best sights and things to do in Raleigh?

Once in Raleigh, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Contemporary Art Museum, J.C. Raulston Arboretum at North Carolina State University, North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of History, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences.

Train Philadelphia to Raleigh from $59 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Raleigh on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	8h 46m	5:22pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	8h 46m	5:22pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:10am	30th Street Station	9h 31m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	9:44am	30th Street Station	9h 57m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:10am	30th Street Station	9h 31m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Raleigh on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	8h 46m	5:22pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	8h 46m	5:22pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:10am	30th Street Station	9h 31m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	9:44am	30th Street Station	9h 57m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:10am	30th Street Station	9h 31m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Raleigh on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	8h 46m	5:22pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	8h 46m	5:22pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:10am	30th Street Station	9h 31m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	9:44am	30th Street Station	9h 57m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:10am	30th Street Station	9h 31m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Raleigh on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	8h 46m	5:22pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	8h 46m	5:22pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:13am	30th Street Station	9h 28m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	4:20am	30th Street Station	13h 2m	5:22pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:13am	30th Street Station	9h 28m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Raleigh on November 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:20am	30th Street Station	9h 21m	7:41pm	Union Station	Cheapest
	Train	10:38am	30th Street Station	9h 3m	7:41pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:13am	30th Street Station	9h 28m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	10:20am	30th Street Station	9h 21m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:13am	30th Street Station	9h 28m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Raleigh on November 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:10am	30th Street Station	9h 31m	7:41pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:50am	30th Street Station	9h 51m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:10am	30th Street Station	9h 31m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	9:50am	30th Street Station	9h 51m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:10am	30th Street Station	9h 31m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Raleigh on November 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	8h 46m	5:22pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:50am	30th Street Station	9h 51m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:10am	30th Street Station	9h 31m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:43 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Raleigh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 12 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

42bus per day

12h 15mAverage Duration

344 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$50 - $245	Average Duration12h 15m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$63 - $730	Average Duration9h 28m	CO₂ emissions 51kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,593 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

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 Raleigh by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/16

$219

11/17

$99

Today

$111

11/19

$137

11/20

$155

11/21

$86

11/22

$111

11/23

$160

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $86

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 Raleigh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $86 to $618 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $86 which is on 2025-11-21.