The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Hamlet, NC
Cheapest price
$150
Average price
$166
Fastest journey
11 h 58 m
Average duration
12 h 8 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
691 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Hamlet, 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 Hamlet, NC will cost around $166 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $150.
It's difficult to get from Philadelphia, PA to Hamlet, NC without transferring at least once.
141 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian9:50 AM12h1830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA10:08 PMHamlet Station, Hamlet, NC$1501One-way1 transfer
41 Floridian+
2151 NextGen Acela10:10 AM11h5830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA10:08 PMHamlet Station, Hamlet, NC$1831One-way1 transfer
41 Floridian+
2151 NextGen Acela10:10 AM11h5830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA10:08 PMHamlet Station, Hamlet, NC$1831One-way1 transfer
141 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian9:50 AM12h1830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA10:08 PMHamlet Station, Hamlet, NC$1501One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Hamlet, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Hamlet, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $99. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $99, and a flight costs an average of $54.
Distance: 429 miles (691 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$233 Average price | $238 Average price | $178 Average price Cheapest | $101 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 17m Average total duration 10h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration Fastest 5h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 50m Average total duration 18h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 34m 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 Hamlet, NC:
A bus is $55 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to Hamlet, NC costing on average $233 (€189).
A bus is $59 (€48) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Hamlet, NC costing on average $238 (€192).
Other travel options to Hamlet, NC take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 47m.
Bus takes on average 18h 20m.
Tickets start at around $233 (€189) compared to roughly $101 (€82) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-132.30 (€-106.84). The journey takes 10h 47m versus 8h 34m 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 Hamlet, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Hamlet, NC trains for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:20 PM Philadelphia, PA | 11h48 | 3:08 AM Hamlet, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Hamlet, NC
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Hamlet, NC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $149 (€120) but you can travel from only $54 (€44) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:28, the last at 10:38. The fastest train covers the 429 miles (691 km) distance in 11h 30m.
Distance 429 miles (691 km) |
Average train duration 10h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $149 (€120) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 11h 30m |
First train 6:28 AM |
Last train 10:38 AM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Hamlet, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Hamlet, NC from $54 (€44). 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 Hamlet, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Hamlet, 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 Hamlet, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Hamlet, 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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