The cheapest and fastest trains from Pittsburgh, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
€166
Average price
€194
Fastest journey
7 h 29 m
Average duration
10 h 53 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
414 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pittsburgh, PA to Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pittsburgh, PA to Philadelphia, PA will cost around €194 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €166.
Of the 4 trains that leave Pittsburgh, PA for Philadelphia, PA on Fri, Jun 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 414 km distance in an average of 10 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 29 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 12 h 23 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
42 Pennsylvanian7:30 AM7h29Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA2:59 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€1661One-way0 transfers
41 Floridian · 178 Northeast Regional5:25 AM12h23Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA5:48 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€1861One-way1 transfer
41 Floridian+
2172 NextGen Acela5:25 AM12h13Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA5:38 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€2111One-way1 transfer
41 Floridian · 148 Northeast Regional5:25 AM11h27Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA4:52 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€2131One-way1 transfer
42 Pennsylvanian7:30 AM7h29Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA2:59 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€1661One-way0 transfers
41 Floridian · 148 Northeast Regional5:25 AM11h27Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA4:52 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€2131One-way1 transfer
41 Floridian+
2172 NextGen Acela5:25 AM12h13Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA5:38 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€2111One-way1 transfer
41 Floridian · 178 Northeast Regional5:25 AM12h23Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA5:48 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€1861One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Pittsburgh, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Pittsburgh, PA to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €84.
Distance: 414 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€118 Average price | €57 Average price Cheapest | €335 Average price |
8h 7m Average total duration 7h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 49m Average total duration 7h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Pittsburgh, PA to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Pittsburgh, PA to Philadelphia, PA trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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41 Floridian · 178 Northeast Regional | 5:25 AM Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA | 12h23 | 5:48 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
41 Floridian · 148 Northeast Regional | 5:25 AM Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA | 11h27 | 4:52 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
41 Floridian+ 2172 NextGen Acela | 5:25 AM Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA | 12h13 | 5:38 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
42 Pennsylvanian | 7:30 AM Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA | 7h29 | 2:59 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pittsburgh, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Pittsburgh, PA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €56 but you can travel from only €26 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 13:03. The fastest train covers the 414 km distance in 7h 29m.
Distance 414 km |
Average train duration 7h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €56 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 29m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 1:03 PM |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Pittsburgh, PA to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Pittsburgh, PA and Philadelphia, PA from €26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Pittsburgh, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pittsburgh, PA to Philadelphia, PA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Pittsburgh, PA to Philadelphia, PA
- 5:30 AM - 9:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby, with several public parking garages in the vicinity
- The Commoner
- Union Standard
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- $0.50
- Drury Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown
- The Westin Pittsburgh
- Omni William Penn Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Light Rail: Pittsburgh Light Rail nearby
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
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