The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Cleveland, OH
Cheapest price
$115
Average price
$149
Fastest journey
14 h 11 m
Average duration
14 h 35 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
576 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Cleveland, OH 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 Cleveland, OH will cost around $149 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $115.
Of the 3 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Cleveland, OH on Tue, Mar 03, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 03 the direct trains cover the 576 km distance in an average of 14 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 11 m .
On Tue, Mar 03 the slowest trains will take 15 h 21 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, bus, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Cleveland, OH
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Cleveland, OH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, and a flight costs an average of $194.
Distance: 357 miles (576 km)
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$163 Average price | $114 Average price Cheapest | $442 Average price |
12h 33m Average total duration 12h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 20m Average total duration 10h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Cleveland, OH train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Cleveland, OH trains for today, Monday, March 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
118 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 5:06 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 15h47 | 8:53 AM Cleveland Amtrak, Cleveland, OH | 2 transfers | |
82 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 5:28 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 15h25 | 8:53 AM Cleveland Amtrak, Cleveland, OH | 1 transfer | |
195 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian | 5:34 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 17h04 | 10:38 AM Cleveland Amtrak, Cleveland, OH | 1 transfer | |
43 Pennsylvanian · 40 Floridian | 5:42 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 16h56 | 10:38 AM Cleveland Amtrak, Cleveland, OH | 1 transfer | |
88 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 6:20 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 14h33 | 8:53 AM Cleveland Amtrak, Cleveland, OH | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Cleveland, OH
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Cleveland, OH run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $82 (€66) but you can travel from only $52 (€41) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 13:20. The fastest train covers the 357 miles (576 km) distance in 13h 50m.
Distance 357 miles (576 km) |
Average train duration 12h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $82 (€66) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 13h 50m |
First train 01:15 |
Last train 13:20 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Philadelphia, PA to Cleveland, OH trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Cleveland, OH from $52 (€41). 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 Cleveland, OH
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Cleveland, OH 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 Cleveland, OH, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Cleveland, OH
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- $1
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is a single-level facility with an enclosed waiting area and ticket office.
- Bus: Several lines available
- RTA Rapid Transit: Waterfront Line
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