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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Falls Church, VA
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
2 h 1 m
Average duration
2 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Falls Church, VA 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 Falls Church, VA will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 2 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Falls Church, VA on Thu, Jul 02, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct trains cover the 209 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 1 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.
8:57 AM2h01Philadelphia, PA10:58 AMFalls Church, VA$121One-way0 transfers- 9:57 AM2h01Philadelphia, PA11:58 AMFalls Church, VA$191One-way0 transfers
- 9:57 AM2h01Philadelphia, PA11:58 AMFalls Church, VA$191One-way0 transfers
- 8:57 AM2h01Philadelphia, PA10:58 AMFalls Church, VA$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Falls Church, VA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Falls Church, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $197.
Distance: 129 miles (209 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price | $419 Average price |
2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration 3h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to Falls Church, VA:
A train is $13 (€11) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Philadelphia, PA to Falls Church, VA costing on average $28 (€23).
A train is $404 (€334) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Falls Church, VA costing on average $419 (€346).
Other travel options to Falls Church, VA take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 3m.
Bus takes on average 3h 23m.
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Falls Church, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Falls Church, VA trains for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 137 Northeast Regional | 7:58 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h00 | 9:58 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 55 Vermonter | 8:11 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h55 | 10:06 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
 2171 Acela | 8:31 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h49 | 10:20 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2131 NextGen Acela | 9:09 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h51 | 11:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 175 Northeast Regional | 9:23 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h00 | 11:23 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:57 AM Philadelphia, PA | 2h01 | 10:58 AM Falls Church, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:57 AM Philadelphia, PA | 2h01 | 11:58 AM Falls Church, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Falls Church, VA
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Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Falls Church, VA run on average 45 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 42 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 129 miles (209 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 129 miles (209 km) |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 45 |
Direct trains 42 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 4:20 AM |
Last train 10:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
FAQs: Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Falls Church, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Falls Church, VA 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 Falls Church, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Falls Church, VA
Most Philadelphia, PA to Falls Church, VA trains use the 30th Street Station to Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Philadelphia, PA and Falls Church, VA 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 Falls Church, VA 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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