The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Jacksonville, FL
Cheapest price
$374
Average price
$428
Fastest journey
17 h 9 m
Average duration
19 h 5 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
1221 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville, FL will cost around $428 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $374.
Of the 5 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Jacksonville, FL on Mon, May 25, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 25 the direct trains cover the 1221 km distance in an average of 19 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 h 9 m .
On Mon, May 25 the slowest trains will take 20 h 19 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.
103 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian10:20 AM20h1230th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA6:32 AMJacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL$3741One-way1 transfer
97 Silver Meteor4:15 PM17h0930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA9:24 AMJacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL$3811One-way0 transfers
155 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian10:38 AM19h5430th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA6:32 AMJacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL$4061One-way1 transfer
161 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor3:35 PM17h4930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA9:24 AMJacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL$4101One-way1 transfer
41 Floridian+
2205 NextGen Acela10:13 AM20h1930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA6:32 AMJacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL$5691One-way1 transfer
97 Silver Meteor4:15 PM17h0930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA9:24 AMJacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL$3811One-way0 transfers
161 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor3:35 PM17h4930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA9:24 AMJacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL$4101One-way1 transfer
155 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian10:38 AM19h5430th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA6:32 AMJacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL$4061One-way1 transfer
103 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian10:20 AM20h1230th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA6:32 AMJacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL$3741One-way1 transfer
41 Floridian+
2205 NextGen Acela10:13 AM20h1930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA6:32 AMJacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL$5691One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Jacksonville, FL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Jacksonville, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $104. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $104, and a flight costs an average of $154.
Distance: 758 miles (1221 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$256 Average price | $343 Average price | $200 Average price Cheapest | $179 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 24m Average total duration 17h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 9m Average total duration 18h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to Jacksonville, FL:
A bus is $56 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to Jacksonville, FL costing on average $256 (€207).
A bus is $143 (€116) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Jacksonville, FL costing on average $343 (€278).
Other travel options to Jacksonville, FL take longer:
Train takes on average 17h 54m.
Bus takes on average 18h 39m.
Tickets start at around $256 (€207) compared to roughly $179 (€145) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-76.97 (€-62.28). The journey takes 17h 54m versus 13h 51m 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 Jacksonville, FL train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Jacksonville, FL trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
41 Floridian+ 2205 NextGen Acela | 10:13 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 20h19 | 6:32 AM Jacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL | 1 transfer | |
103 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian | 10:20 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 20h12 | 6:32 AM Jacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL | 1 transfer | |
155 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian | 10:38 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 19h54 | 6:32 AM Jacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL | 1 transfer | |
161 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor | 3:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 17h49 | 9:24 AM Jacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL | 1 transfer | |
97 Silver Meteor | 4:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 17h09 | 9:24 AM Jacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Jacksonville, FL
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Jacksonville, FL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 17h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $118 (€96) but you can travel from only $104 (€84) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:44, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 758 miles (1221 km) distance in 17h 9m.
Distance 758 miles (1221 km) |
Average train duration 17h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $118 (€96) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 17h 9m |
First train 9:44 AM |
Last train 10:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Jacksonville, FL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Jacksonville, FL from $104 (€84). 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 Jacksonville, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Jacksonville, FL
- 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.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Several lines available
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