The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Greenville, NC
Cheapest price
$271
Average price
$271
Fastest journey
8 h 15 m
Average duration
8 h 15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
520 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Greenville, NC 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 Greenville, NC will cost around $271 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $271.
Of the 1 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Greenville, NC on Thu, Nov 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 27 the direct trains cover the 520 km distance in an average of 8 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 15 m .
On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest trains will take 8 h 15 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 bus and train for Philadelphia, PA to Greenville, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Greenville, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €65. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €65, and a train costs an average of €127.
Distance: 323 miles (520 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€172 Average price | €77 Average price Cheapest |
8h 19m Average total duration Fastest 7h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 14m Average total duration 11h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Greenville, NC
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Greenville, NC run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $157 (€127) but you can travel from only $81 (€65) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:30, the last at 13:43. The fastest train covers the 323 miles (520 km) distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 323 miles (520 km) |
Average train duration 7h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $157 (€127) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 8h 10m |
First train 07:30 |
Last train 13:43 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Greenville, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Greenville, NC from $81 (€65). 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 Greenville, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Greenville, NC 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 Greenville, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Greenville, NC
- 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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