The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Germantown, MD
Cheapest price
$269
Average price
$269
Fastest journey
1 d 1 h 39 m
Average duration
1 d 1 h 39 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Germantown, MD 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 Germantown, MD will cost around $269 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $269.
Of the 1 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Germantown, MD on Thu, Jul 02, 1 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 200 km distance in an average of 1 d 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 1 h 39 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest trains will take 1 d 1 h 39 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.
10:51 PM25h39Philadelphia, PA12:30 AMGermantown, MD$2691One-way0 transfers
10:51 PM25h39Philadelphia, PA12:30 AMGermantown, MD$2691One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Germantown, MD
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Germantown, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $482.
Distance: 124 miles (200 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$155 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $506 Average price | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 26m 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 Germantown, MD:
A bus is $123 (€101) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to Germantown, MD costing on average $155 (€128).
A bus is $473 (€390) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Germantown, MD costing on average $506 (€417).
Other travel options to Germantown, MD take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 25m.
Bus takes on average 3h 13m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (2h 25m by train vs 2h 26m by car). Tickets start at around $155 (€128) compared to roughly $30 (€25) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Germantown, MD train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Germantown, MD 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 |
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![]() | 4:10 PM Philadelphia, PA | 2h53 | 7:03 PM Germantown, MD | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:36 PM Philadelphia, PA | 2h49 | 7:25 PM Germantown, MD | 1 transfer | |
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Compare prices and tickets Philadelphia, PA to Germantown, MD by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Germantown, MD
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Germantown, MD run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $90 (€74) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 124 miles (200 km) distance in 3h 48m.
Distance 124 miles (200 km) |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $90 (€74) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 48m |
First train 7:15 AM |
Last train 7:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Germantown, MD trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Germantown, MD from $30 (€24). 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 Germantown, MD
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Germantown, MD 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 Germantown, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Germantown, MD
Most Philadelphia, PA to Germantown, MD trains use the 30th Street Station to Frederick, East Street (Transit Center) station pair. Use this guide to compare Philadelphia, PA and Germantown, MD 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 Germantown, MD 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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