The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Dulles International Airport
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 29 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
225 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Dulles International Airport 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 Dulles International Airport will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 2 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Dulles International Airport on Fri, May 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 225 km distance in an average of 3 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 3 h 33 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.
9:57 AM3h25Philadelphia, PA1:22 PMDulles International Airport$521One-way0 transfers
10:34 AM3h33Philadelphia, PA2:07 PMDulles International Airport$701One-way0 transfers
9:57 AM3h25Philadelphia, PA1:22 PMDulles International Airport$521One-way0 transfers
10:34 AM3h33Philadelphia, PA2:07 PMDulles International Airport$701One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Dulles International Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Dulles International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $217.
Distance: 139 miles (225 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$53 Average price | $429 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to Dulles International Airport:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to Dulles International Airport costing on average $53 (€42).
A bus is $397 (€317) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Dulles International Airport costing on average $429 (€343).
Other travel options to Dulles International Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 27m.
Flight takes on average 3h 32m.
Tickets start at around $53 (€42) compared to roughly $46 (€37) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-6.42 (€-5.12). The journey takes 3h 27m versus 2h 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Dulles International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Dulles International Airport trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:18 PM Philadelphia, PA | 3h22 | 10:40 PM Dulles International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:21 PM Philadelphia, PA | 3h12 | 10:33 PM Dulles International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
![]() | 9:57 AM Philadelphia, PA | 3h25 | 1:22 PM Dulles International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:34 AM Philadelphia, PA | 3h33 | 2:07 PM Dulles International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Dulles International Airport
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Dulles International Airport run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:57, the last at 20:38. The fastest train covers the 139 miles (225 km) distance in 3h 12m.
Distance 139 miles (225 km) |
Average train duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 9:57 AM |
Last train 8:38 PM |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Dulles International Airport trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Dulles International Airport from $15 (€12). 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 Dulles International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Dulles International Airport 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 Dulles International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Dulles International Airport
- 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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