The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Florence, SC
Cheapest price
$192
Average price
$192
Fastest journey
10 h 22 m
Average duration
10 h 39 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
759 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Florence, SC 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 Florence, SC will cost around $192 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $192.
Of the 2 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Florence, SC on Mon, Dec 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 759 km distance in an average of 10 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 22 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 10 h 55 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 and bus for Philadelphia, PA to Florence, SC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Florence, SC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €55. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €55, and a train costs an average of €98.
Distance: 471 miles (759 km)
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€147 Average price | €72 Average price Cheapest |
10h 52m Average total duration Fastest 10h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 20m Average total duration 10h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Florence, SC train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Florence, SC trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:15 PM Philadelphia, PA | 10h55 | 7:10 AM Florence, SC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
![]() | 7:30 AM Philadelphia, PA | 10h22 | 5:52 PM Florence, SC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:15 PM Philadelphia, PA | 10h55 | 3:10 AM Florence, SC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Florence, SC
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Florence, SC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $122 (€98) but you can travel from only $69 (€55) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:30, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 471 miles (759 km) distance in 10h 22m.
Distance 471 miles (759 km) |
Average train duration 10h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $122 (€98) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 10h 22m |
First train 07:30 |
Last train 23:32 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Florence, SC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Florence, SC from $69 (€55). 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 Florence, SC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Florence, SC 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 Florence, SC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Florence, SC
- 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.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Aloft Florence
- Hyatt Place Florence Downtown
- Hotel Florence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Greyhound services available nearby
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