Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA train with Amtrak

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA

Showing times and prices for Mar 15

Cheapest price

€72

Average price

€127

Fastest journey

1 h 36 m

Average duration

1 h 42 m

Trains per day

26

Distance

199 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA will cost around €127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €72.

Fast trains

Of the 26 trains that leave Washington, DC for Philadelphia, PA on Sun, Mar 15, 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Mar 15 the direct trains cover the 199 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .

On Sun, Mar 15 the slowest trains will take 1 h 47 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.

Amtrak152 Northeast Regional
08:22AM1h58
Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
10:20AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
721One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak54 Vermonter
07:30AM1h48
Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
09:18AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
721One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak156 Northeast Regional
02:35PM1h57
Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
04:32PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
991One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak162 Northeast Regional
06:20AM1h57
Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
08:17AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
991One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak146 Northeast Regional
04:25PM1h51
Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
06:16PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
991One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €206.

Distance: 199 km

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€28

Average price

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€405

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3h 6m

Average total duration

2h 36m

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1h 15m

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Live departures

Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA train times

The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Saturday, March 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 2:57 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
amtrak_acela2252 Acela3:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
1h36
4:36 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak88 Northeast Regional3:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
1h52
5:17 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak140 Northeast Regional4:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
1h50
6:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak194 Northeast Regional5:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
1h55
7:05 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak20 Crescent6:12 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
1h56
8:08 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak106 Northeast Regional6:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
1h58
8:23 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak156 Northeast Regional6:35 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
1h57
8:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak168 Northeast Regional7:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
1h50
9:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak_acela2220 Acela7:55 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
1h42
9:37 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak126 Northeast Regional7:58 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
1h47
9:45 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak146 Northeast Regional8:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
1h51
10:16 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak142 Northeast Regional9:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
1h55
11:20 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak158 Northeast Regional10:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
1h52
12:02 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak80 Carolinian11:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
1h45
1:10 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak90 Palmetto11:57 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
1h54
1:51 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak124 Northeast Regional12:20 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
2h03
2:23 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak128 Northeast Regional1:15 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
1h50
3:05 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak66 Northeast Regional2:00 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
2h06
4:06 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak160 Northeast Regional9:25 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
1h51
11:16 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak162 Northeast Regional10:20 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
1h57
12:17 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak54 Vermonter11:30 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
1h48
1:18 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak_acela2248 Acela11:50 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
1h40
1:30 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak152 Northeast Regional12:22 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
1h58
2:20 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak164 Northeast Regional1:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
1h52
3:02 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak118 Northeast Regional2:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
1h56
3:56 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
amtrak82 Northeast Regional2:20 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
1h57
4:17 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA trains with Omio?

Amtrak as well as Amtrak Acela offer trains services from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA.
Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets.

Why book with Omio vs Amtrak?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Amtrak, but also compare tickets for the likes of Amtrak Acela to find the best option for your trip from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Amtrak with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA.

How far in advance should I book train tickets from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA?

The best time to book your train from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA is 84 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA

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Trains from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA run on average 32 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.

There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 199 km distance in 1h 43m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
199 km
Average train duration
2h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
€10
Trains per day
32
Direct trains
32
Fastest train
1h 43m
First train
00:04
Last train
23:58
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Washington, DC and Philadelphia, PA from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Amtrak

About
Amtrak is the main passenger train operator in the United States, providing medium- and long-distance intercity services across 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Operating over 300 trains daily and serving more than 500 destinations, Amtrak connects cities and regions nationwide through routes such as the high-speed Acela in the Northeast Corridor, the scenic Coast Starlight along the West Coast, and the Empire Builder linking Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest. Other notable services include the Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the unique Auto Train, which allows passengers to bring their cars onboard. Amtrak offers a variety of classes to suit different budgets and travel needs, including Coach, Business, First Class, and Sleeper Class with options like Roomettes, Bedrooms, and Bedroom Suites for overnight journeys. Ticket types include Saver, Value, Flexible, Business, and Premium. Onboard amenities vary by service but may include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, dining options, and lounge access on select trains. Popular routes include Washington, D.C.–Boston, San Diego–San Luis Obispo, San Jose–Sacramento, and Chicago–Seattle.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 43m
Cheapest Price
€10
Amtrak frequency
23 a day
Luggage included
2 personal items and 2 carry-on bags included free
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at end of cars
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type and timing
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by Amtrak
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café car with snacks, beverages, and light meals. Long-distance trains have full-service dining cars
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for Business and First Class. Optional fee for Coach Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, Red Cap assistance service, accessible platforms and stations
Pets
Small pets under 20 pounds allowed for $26 fee. Must be in carrier. Service animals travel free
Quiet zone

Amtrak Acela

About
Amtrak Acela is the flagship high-speed train service operated by Amtrak, the national rail operator of the United States. Running along the Northeast Corridor, Acela connects major cities such as Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York City, Providence, and Boston. It is the fastest train service in the U.S., reaching speeds of up to 150 mph (250 km/h). Passengers can choose between Business Class and First Class. Both offer seat reservations, free Wi-Fi, power outlets, adjustable lighting, conference tables, and large tray tables, with spacious seating and extra legroom. Business Class includes complimentary snacks and beverages, while First Class offers larger seats, complimentary meals, and access to premium lounges. Food and drinks are also available for purchase at Café Acela. Popular routes include Washington, D.C.–New York City, New York City–Boston, and Philadelphia–Washington, D.C.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Price
€361
Amtrak Acela frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 personal items and 2 carry-on bags included free
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at end of cars
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type and timing
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café car with snacks, beverages, and light meals. Long-distance trains have full-service dining cars
Seat reservation
Coach Class: Not included, can be purchased. Business/First Class: Included
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, Red Cap assistance service, accessible platforms and stations
Pets
Small pets under 20 pounds allowed for $26 fee. Must be in carrier. Service animals travel free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA can start from as little as €10 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA is €28; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA is 1h 43m to travel the 199 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA leaves at 12:04 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA leaves at 11:58 PM.
Yes,there are 32 direct trains a day from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA. You can choose between Amtrak Acela. Amtrak Acela trains take around 1h 30m
When taking a train from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA, you can count on Amtrak, Amtrak Acela for the best way to get you to Philadelphia, PA. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Washington, DC and Philadelphia, PA and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A day trip to Philadelphia, PA from Washington, DC is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 43m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Washington, DC and Philadelphia, PA including taking a train, bus, and flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA

Washington
Philadelphia
The major train station for departures in Washington is Union Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Union Station for your trip from Washington to Philadelphia.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
  • Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
Dining
Dining
  • Shake Shack
  • McDonald’s
  • Starbucks
  • Potbelly Sandwich Shop
  • Chopt Creative Salad Co.
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
  • Thunder Grill
  • Johnny Rockets
  • Jamba Juice
  • Ladurée Union Station
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
  • Phoenix Park Hotel
  • Kimpton George Hotel
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
  • Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
Public transit options for Union Station
  • Metro lines: Red
  • Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
  • Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter

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