The cheapest and fastest trains from Burke, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$263
Average price
$271
Fastest journey
3 h 31 m
Average duration
3 h 46 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
222 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burke, VA 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 Burke, VA to Philadelphia, PA will cost around $271 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $263.
Of the 2 trains that leave Burke, VA for Philadelphia, PA on Sun, May 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct trains cover the 222 km distance in an average of 3 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 31 m .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest trains will take 4 h 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.
156 Northeast Regional1:01 PM3h31Burke Centre Station, Burke, VA4:32 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$2631One-way0 transfers
156 Northeast Regional · 132 Northeast Regional1:01 PM4h00Burke Centre Station, Burke, VA5:01 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$2781One-way1 transfer
156 Northeast Regional1:01 PM3h31Burke Centre Station, Burke, VA4:32 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$2631One-way0 transfers
156 Northeast Regional · 132 Northeast Regional1:01 PM4h00Burke Centre Station, Burke, VA5:01 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$2781One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Burke, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burke, VA to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $473.
Distance: 137 miles (222 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$95 Average price | $545 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Burke, VA to Philadelphia, PA:
A bus is $58 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Burke, VA to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $95 (€76).
A bus is $508 (€410) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Burke, VA to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $545 (€440).
Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 9m.
Bus takes on average 4h 3m.
Tickets start at around $95 (€76) compared to roughly $41 (€33) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-54.03 (€-43.62). The journey takes 3h 9m versus 2h 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Burke, VA to Philadelphia, PA by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Burke, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Burke, VA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $68 (€55) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 13:01, the last at 14:22. The fastest train covers the 137 miles (222 km) distance in 3h 31m.
Distance 137 miles (222 km) |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $68 (€55) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 31m |
First train 1:01 PM |
Last train 2:22 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Amtrak, Virginia Railway Express from Burke, VA to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak, Virginia Railway Express trains will get you between Burke, VA and Philadelphia, PA from $27 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Virginia Railway Express
FAQs: Trains from Burke, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burke, VA 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 Burke, VA to Philadelphia, PA
- 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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