The cheapest and fastest trains from Cary, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$179
Average price
$179
Fastest journey
9 h 13 m
Average duration
9 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
561 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cary, NC 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 Cary, NC to Philadelphia, PA will cost around $179 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $179.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cary, NC for Philadelphia, PA on Fri, May 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 561 km distance in an average of 9 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 13 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 9 h 13 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.
2:47 PM9h13Cary, NC12:00 AMPhiladelphia, PA$1791One-way0 transfers
2:47 PM9h13Cary, NC12:00 AMPhiladelphia, PA$1791One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Cary, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cary, NC to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $83. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $83, and a flight costs an average of $305.
Distance: 348 miles (561 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$198 Average price | $439 Average price | $102 Average price Cheapest | $94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 32m Average total duration 9h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 54m Average total duration Fastest 5h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 23m Average total duration 10h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cary, NC to Philadelphia, PA:
A bus is $96 (€77) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cary, NC to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $198 (€159).
A bus is $337 (€269) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cary, NC to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $439 (€351).
Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 2m.
Bus takes on average 10h 53m.
Tickets start at around $198 (€159) compared to roughly $94 (€75) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-104.29 (€-83.34). The journey takes 9h 2m versus 7h 8m 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.
Live departures
Cary, NC to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Cary, NC to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:47 PM Cary, NC | 9h13 | 12:00 AM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cary, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Cary, NC to Philadelphia, PA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $87 (€69) but you can travel from only $83 (€66) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 11:10. The fastest train covers the 348 miles (561 km) distance in 9h 13m.
Distance 348 miles (561 km) |
Average train duration 9h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $87 (€69) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 9h 13m |
First train 4:20 AM |
Last train 11:10 AM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Cary, NC to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Cary, NC and Philadelphia, PA from $83 (€66). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cary, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cary, NC 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 Cary, NC to Philadelphia, PA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, open 24/7.
- Academy Street Bistro
- Lugano Ristorante
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free for passengers
- The Mayton
- Courtyard by Marriott Raleigh/Cary
- Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh/Cary
- Located in the main waiting room
- Located in the main waiting room
- Free
- The station has a main waiting area with ticketing services and restrooms.
- Bus: GoCary routes available
- Taxi services available
- 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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