Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Philadelphia to Durham on 17 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:36	30th Street Station	9h 39m	18:15	Durham Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	04:20	30th Street Station	14h	18:20	Durham Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	08:36	30th Street Station	9h 44m	18:20	Durham Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	04:20	30th Street Station	13h 55m	18:15	Durham Station
Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	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 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 923, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21bus per day

11h 20mAverage duration

552 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 923 - R 3 442	Average duration11h 20m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 277 - R 5 971	Average duration10h 54m	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56 573 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

Based on 6573 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 R 1 277

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 R 1 277. The average price for this train route is around R 2 080. 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 54m, covering a distance of 548 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 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

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R 1 585

15/10

R 4 586

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17/10

R 3 339

18/10

R 2 243

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R 2 850

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The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA, US to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on 14 Oct 2026 with a price of R 1 585

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 R 1 585 to R 5 126 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 R 2 243, which is on 2026-10-18.