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The Walters Art Museum
Renowned Baltimore art museum with collections spanning ancient, medieval, and European works in a landmark cultural setting.
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 22 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
155 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 27 trains that leave 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA for BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD on Sat, Jul 04, 27 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 04 the direct trains cover the 155 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
On Sat, Jul 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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.
151 Northeast Regional
159 Northeast Regional
127 Northeast Regional
143 Northeast Regional
195 Northeast Regional
2211 NextGen Acela
2207 NextGen Acela
2219 NextGen Acela
2267 Acela
87 Northeast RegionalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a flight costs an average of $64.
Distance: 96 miles (155 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price | $392 Average price | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD:
A train is $8 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD costing on average $27 (€22).
A train is $373 (€306) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD costing on average $392 (€322).
Other travel options to BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 11m.
Flight takes on average 4h 25m.
The journey is about 28m faster (1h 23m by train vs 1h 51m by car) and roughly $9 (€8) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($19 (€15) vs $28 (€23)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Amtrak, Amtrak.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD trains for today, Friday, July 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
143 Northeast Regional | 11:20 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h32 | 12:52 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
127 Northeast Regional | 11:37 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h32 | 1:09 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
195 Northeast Regional | 12:29 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h29 | 1:58 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
147 Northeast Regional | 2:22 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h29 | 3:51 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
99 Northeast Regional | 2:45 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h26 | 4:11 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 3:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h27 | 5:02 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
2219 NextGen Acela | 3:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h21 | 4:56 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
19 Crescent | 3:38 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h34 | 5:12 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 4:34 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h25 | 5:59 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
2267 Acela | 6:13 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h25 | 7:38 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
135 Northeast Regional | 7:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h34 | 9:09 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
57 Vermonter | 8:26 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h31 | 9:57 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
165 Northeast Regional | 9:38 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h27 | 11:05 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, July 4 | |||||
65 Northeast Regional | 4:20 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h31 | 5:51 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
151 Northeast Regional | 4:57 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h27 | 6:24 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
109 Northeast Regional | 7:06 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h28 | 8:34 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
89 Palmetto | 7:32 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h31 | 9:03 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
2207 NextGen Acela | 8:18 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h20 | 9:38 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
79 Carolinian | 8:58 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h32 | 10:30 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
101 Northeast Regional | 9:17 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h28 | 10:45 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
153 Northeast Regional | 9:33 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h26 | 10:59 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
2211 NextGen Acela | 10:14 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h19 | 11:33 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
103 Northeast Regional | 10:20 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h29 | 11:49 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
155 Northeast Regional | 10:38 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h27 | 12:05 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 96 miles (155 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 96 miles (155 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 24 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 12:11 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Discover the best of BWI Airport Rail Station — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect BWI Airport Rail Station trip today.
Renowned Baltimore art museum with collections spanning ancient, medieval, and European works in a landmark cultural setting.
Leading art museum known for modern and contemporary works and an important Cone Collection of Matisse.
Major railroad museum in nearby Baltimore with historic locomotives, rail cars, and exhibits on American rail history.
Baltimore's best-known waterfront district with promenades, harbor views, and easy access to major attractions.
Walkable colonial core of Annapolis with brick streets, preserved architecture, and a strong sense of early American history.
Historic waterfront neighborhood known for cobbled streets, maritime character, and photogenic city views.
Broiled or lightly fried cakes made with sweet blue crab and minimal filler, a signature Maryland dish strongly associated with the Baltimore area.
Whole blue crabs steamed with a heavy seasoning blend, a classic regional seafood tradition eaten by hand at communal tables.
A rich Maryland soup made with crab meat, cream, and seasoning, commonly served in crab houses around Baltimore and Anne Arundel County.
Established local favorite near BWI known for Maryland crab cakes, steaks, and hearty seafood platters in a traditional dining room.
Popular Maryland-based cafe serving polished regional comfort food, brunch favorites, and creative twists on Chesapeake ingredients.
Well-known Maryland seafood restaurant near BWI, especially famous for oversized crab cakes and classic Chesapeake dishes in a casual setting.
Food and drink around the airport cost more than in many suburbs, but typical U.S. chain pricing keeps overall costs moderate for travelers.
Tip 18-20% at sit-down restaurants before tax. USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff USD 2-5 as appropriate.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD 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 BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD trains use the 30th Street Station to BWI Airport Rail Station station pair. Use this guide to compare 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA and BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
30th Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.
BWI Airport Rail Station is 2 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
BWI Airport Rail Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Chili's Grill & Bar, Silver Diner
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at BWI Airport Rail Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at BWI Airport Rail Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at BWI Airport Rail Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at BWI Airport Rail Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at BWI Airport Rail Station: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Baltimore, Hilton Baltimore BWI Airport, Marriott BWI Airport.