Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Philadelphia to Durham on 10 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	04:20	30th Street Station	14h 38m	18:58	Durham Station
Train	08:36	30th Street Station	10h 22m	18:58	Durham Station
Train	04:20	30th Street Station	13h 41m	18:01	Durham Station
Train	04:20	30th Street Station	13h 55m	18:15	Durham Station
Train	08:36	30th Street Station	9h 39m	18:15	Durham Station

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Durham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 11 hours and with fares starting at just SGD 73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

11hAverage duration

548 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceSGD 73 - SGD 326	Average duration11h	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceSGD 97 - SGD 448	Average duration10h 57m	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56 400 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

Based on 6400 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at SGD 97

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA, US to Durham, NC, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Durham?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Durham start from SGD 97. The average price for this train route is around SGD 138. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Durham?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Durham is 10h 57m, covering a distance of 548 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Durham route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Durham?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Durham departs at 04:20. And the latest train departs at 09:50.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

07/08

SGD 324

08/08

SGD 107

Today

SGD 259

10/08

SGD 324

11/08

SGD 132

12/08

SGD 136

13/08

SGD 132

14/08

SGD 111

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA, US to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on 08 Aug 2026 with a price of SGD 107

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA, US to Durham, NC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from SGD 107 to SGD 499 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA, US to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at SGD 111, which is on 2026-08-14.