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Compare bus, train, and flight for Chapel Hill, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chapel Hill, NC to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €74. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €74, and a flight costs an average of €186.
Distance: 350 miles (564 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€98 Average price | €82 Average price Cheapest | €262 Average price |
10h 3m Average total duration 9h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 6m Average total duration 11h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration Fastest 6h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Chapel Hill, NC to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Chapel Hill, NC to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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40 Floridian+ 2122 Acela | 1:33 PM Cary Station, Cary, NC | 10h30 | 12:03 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
40 Floridian · 48 Lake Shore Limited · 657 Keystone Service | 1:33 PM Cary Station, Cary, NC | 37h22 | 2:55 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2 transfers | |
40 Floridian · 196 Northeast Regional | 1:33 PM Cary Station, Cary, NC | 11h27 | 1:00 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
80 Carolinian | 2:27 PM Durham Station, Durham, NC | 9h33 | 12:00 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
80 Carolinian | 2:47 PM Cary Station, Cary, NC | 9h13 | 12:00 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect |
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Amtrak operates all train services from Chapel Hill to Philadelphia. Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chapel Hill, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Chapel Hill, NC to Philadelphia, PA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $87 (€70) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 12:40. The fastest train covers the 350 miles (564 km) distance in 9h 13m.
Distance 350 miles (564 km) |
Average train duration 9h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $87 (€70) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 9h 13m |
First train 04:20 |
Last train 12:40 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Chapel Hill, NC to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Chapel Hill, NC and Philadelphia, PA from $87 (€70). 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 Chapel Hill, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chapel Hill, 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 Chapel Hill, NC 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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