The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Framingham, MA
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$176
Fastest journey
9 h 57 m
Average duration
10 h 27 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Framingham, MA 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 Framingham, MA will cost around $176 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
Of the 3 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Framingham, MA on Thu, Jun 25, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 25 the direct trains cover the 407 km distance in an average of 10 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 57 m .
On Thu, Jun 25 the slowest trains will take 10 h 50 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.
2:01 PM9h57Philadelphia, PA11:58 PMFramingham, MA$801One-way0 transfers
2:23 PM10h35Philadelphia, PA12:58 AMFramingham, MA$2091One-way0 transfers
1:08 PM10h50Philadelphia, PA11:58 PMFramingham, MA$2381One-way0 transfers
2:01 PM9h57Philadelphia, PA11:58 PMFramingham, MA$801One-way0 transfers
2:23 PM10h35Philadelphia, PA12:58 AMFramingham, MA$2091One-way0 transfers
1:08 PM10h50Philadelphia, PA11:58 PMFramingham, MA$2381One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Framingham, MA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Framingham, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $63.
Distance: 252 miles (407 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$163 Average price | $179 Average price | $64 Average price Cheapest | $57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 59m Average total duration 7h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to Framingham, MA:
A bus is $99 (€82) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to Framingham, MA costing on average $163 (€134).
A bus is $115 (€95) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Framingham, MA costing on average $179 (€148).
Other travel options to Framingham, MA take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 29m.
Bus takes on average 8h 15m.
Tickets start at around $163 (€134) compared to roughly $57 (€47) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-105.86 (€-87.37). The journey takes 7h 29m versus 4h 45m 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 Framingham, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Framingham, MA trains for today, Wednesday, June 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:15 AM Philadelphia, PA | 5h36 | 2:51 PM Framingham, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:01 PM Philadelphia, PA | 9h57 | 11:58 PM Framingham, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Framingham, MA
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Framingham, MA run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $80 (€66) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 20:11. The fastest train covers the 252 miles (407 km) distance in 5h 36m.
Distance 252 miles (407 km) |
Average train duration 7h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€66) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 5h 36m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 8:11 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Framingham, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Framingham, MA from $32 (€26). 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 Framingham, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Framingham, MA 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 Framingham, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Framingham, MA
- 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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