The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Bel Air, MD
Cheapest price on Sep 06
zł190
Average ticket price on Sep 06
zł260
Fastest journey on Sep 06
51 m
Average journey duration on Sep 06
53 m
Trains on Sep 06
3
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Bel Air, MD is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Bel Air, MD will cost around zł260 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł190.
On Sun, Sep 06, we found 3 trains from Philadelphia, PA to Bel Air, MD, including 3 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 06 the direct trains cover the 111 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
On Sun, Sep 06 the slowest trains will take 56 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.
153 Northeast Regional9:33 AM0h5130th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA10:24 AMAberdeen Station, Aberdeen, MDzł1901One-way0 transfers
161 Northeast Regional3:37 PM0h5230th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA4:29 PMAberdeen Station, Aberdeen, MDzł2951One-way0 transfers
135 Northeast Regional7:35 PM0h5630th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA8:31 PMAberdeen Station, Aberdeen, MDzł2951One-way0 transfers
153 Northeast Regional9:33 AM0h5130th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA10:24 AMAberdeen Station, Aberdeen, MDzł1901One-way0 transfers
161 Northeast Regional3:37 PM0h5230th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA4:29 PMAberdeen Station, Aberdeen, MDzł2951One-way0 transfers
135 Northeast Regional7:35 PM0h5630th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA8:31 PMAberdeen Station, Aberdeen, MDzł2951One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Philadelphia, PA to Bel Air, MD
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Bel Air, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł107 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł107, while a train costs an average of zł181.
Distance: 68 miles (111 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
zł181 Average price | zł107 Average price Cheapest | zł63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to Bel Air, MD:
A bus is zł73 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to Bel Air, MD costing on average zł181.
Other travel options to Bel Air, MD take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 50m.
You'll arrive about 31m sooner (54m by train vs 1h 25m by car). Tickets start at around zł181 compared to roughly zł63 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Bel Air, MD train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Bel Air, MD trains for today, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
153 Northeast Regional | 9:33 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h51 | 10:24 AM Aberdeen Station, Aberdeen, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 3:37 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h52 | 4:29 PM Aberdeen Station, Aberdeen, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
135 Northeast Regional | 7:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h56 | 8:31 PM Aberdeen Station, Aberdeen, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Bel Air, MD
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Bel Air, MD run on average 4 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł181 but you can travel from only zł106 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:21, the last at 21:32. The fastest train covers the 68 miles (111 km) distance in 54m.
Distance 68 miles (111 km) |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price zł181 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 54m |
First train 7:21 AM |
Last train 9:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Bel Air, MD trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Bel Air, MD from zł106. 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 Philadelphia, PA to Bel Air, MD
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Bel Air, MD 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 Bel Air, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Bel Air, MD
Most Philadelphia, PA to Bel Air, MD trains use the 30th Street Station to Aberdeen Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Philadelphia, PA and Bel Air, MD train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Philadelphia, PA station do trains to Bel Air, MD leave from?
Getting to 30th Street Station from Philadelphia city centre
30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
30th Street Station train station facilities and services
30th Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.
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