The cheapest and fastest trains from Jacksonville, FL to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$207
Average price
$236
Fastest journey
16 h 37 m
Average duration
18 h 23 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
1221 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville, FL to Philadelphia, PA will cost around $236 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $207.
Of the 3 trains that leave Jacksonville, FL for Philadelphia, PA on Wed, Mar 11, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 11 the direct trains cover the 1221 km distance in an average of 18 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 h 37 m .
On Wed, Mar 11 the slowest trains will take 21 h 29 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 bus, train, and flight for Jacksonville, FL to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jacksonville, FL to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $101. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $101, and a flight costs an average of $99.
Distance: 758 miles (1221 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$237 Average price | $365 Average price | $207 Average price Cheapest |
17h 38m Average total duration 17h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 7m Average total duration Fastest 7h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 45m Average total duration 15h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Jacksonville, FL to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Jacksonville, FL to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Tuesday, March 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
98 Silver Meteor | 8:11 PM Jacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL | 17h04 | 1:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
98 Silver Meteor · 164 Northeast Regional | 8:11 PM Jacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL | 18h59 | 3:10 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, March 11 | |||||
![]() | 3:33 AM Jacksonville, FL | 21h29 | 1:02 AM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Jacksonville, FL to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Jacksonville, FL to Philadelphia, PA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 17h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $128 (€103) but you can travel from only $99 (€80) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:44, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 758 miles (1221 km) distance in 16h 37m.
Distance 758 miles (1221 km) |
Average train duration 17h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $128 (€103) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 16h 37m |
First train 09:44 |
Last train 22:33 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Jacksonville, FL to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Jacksonville, FL and Philadelphia, PA from $99 (€80). 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 Jacksonville, FL to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville, FL 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 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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