The cheapest and fastest trains from Fayetteville, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$323
Average price
$325
Fastest journey
8 h 51 m
Average duration
9 h 9 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
636 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fayetteville, 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 Fayetteville, NC to Philadelphia, PA will cost around $325 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $323.
Of the 2 trains that leave Fayetteville, NC for Philadelphia, PA on Thu, Dec 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 04 the direct trains cover the 636 km distance in an average of 9 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 51 m .
On Thu, Dec 04 the slowest trains will take 9 h 27 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 bus for Fayetteville, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fayetteville, NC to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €48. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €48, and a train costs an average of €69.
Distance: 395 miles (636 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€116 Average price | €77 Average price Cheapest |
9h 45m Average total duration Fastest 9h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 38m Average total duration 11h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Fayetteville, NC to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Fayetteville, NC to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
90 Palmetto | 5:22 PM Fayetteville Station, Fayetteville, NC | 9h29 | 2:51 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, December 4 | |||||
![]() | 4:57 AM Fayetteville, NC | 8h51 | 1:48 PM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Fayetteville, NC to Philadelphia, PA by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fayetteville, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Fayetteville, NC to Philadelphia, PA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $86 (€69) but you can travel from only $60 (€48) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:57, the last at 16:53. The fastest train covers the 395 miles (636 km) distance in 8h 51m.
Distance 395 miles (636 km) |
Average train duration 9h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $86 (€69) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 8h 51m |
First train 00:57 |
Last train 16:53 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fayetteville, NC to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fayetteville, NC and Philadelphia, PA from $60 (€48). 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 Fayetteville, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fayetteville, 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 Fayetteville, NC to Philadelphia, PA
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines 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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