The cheapest and fastest trains from Danville, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$144
Average price
$144
Fastest journey
8 h 14 m
Average duration
8 h 14 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
526 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Danville, 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 Danville, VA to Philadelphia, PA will cost around $144 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $144.
Of the 1 trains that leave Danville, VA for Philadelphia, PA on Wed, Dec 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 24 the direct trains cover the 526 km distance in an average of 8 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 14 m .
On Wed, Dec 24 the slowest trains will take 8 h 14 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Danville, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Danville, VA to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €115. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €115, and a flight costs an average of €209.
Distance: 326 miles (526 km)
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€155 Average price Cheapest | €297 Average price |
8h 57m Average total duration 8h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Danville, VA to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Danville, VA to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:28 PM Danville, VA | 8h14 | 8:42 PM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Danville, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Danville, VA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $144 (€115) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:28, the last at 15:55. The fastest train covers the 326 miles (526 km) distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 326 miles (526 km) |
Average train duration 8h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $144 (€115) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 40m |
First train 08:28 |
Last train 15:55 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Danville, VA to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Danville, VA and Philadelphia, PA from $144 (€115). 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 Danville, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Danville, 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 Danville, VA to Philadelphia, PA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Danville Transit offers connections to the station.
- 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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