The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Manassas, VA
Cheapest price
$83
Average price
$88
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 36 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
239 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Manassas, VA 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 Manassas, VA will cost around $88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $83.
Of the 2 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Manassas, VA on Mon, Dec 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 239 km distance in an average of 3 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 3 h 42 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 train, bus, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Manassas, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Manassas, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €127.
Distance: 148 miles (239 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€65 Average price | €263 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest |
3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 3h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 24m Average total duration 5h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Manassas, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Manassas, VA trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
51 Cardinal | 1:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 3h35 | 4:50 PM Manassas Station, Manassas, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
157 Northeast Regional · 145 Northeast Regional | 6:33 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 4h19 | 10:52 PM Manassas Station, Manassas, VA | 1 transfer | |
145 Northeast Regional | 7:21 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 3h31 | 10:52 PM Manassas Station, Manassas, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
19 Crescent | 8:38 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 3h42 | 12:20 AM Manassas Station, Manassas, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
![]() | 9:37 AM Philadelphia, PA | 3h30 | 1:07 PM Manassas, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Manassas, VA
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Manassas, VA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 148 miles (239 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 148 miles (239 km) |
Average train duration 3h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 05:32 |
Last train 20:30 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Philadelphia, PA to Manassas, VA trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Manassas, VA from $21 (€17). 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 Manassas, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Manassas, VA 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 Manassas, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Manassas, VA
- 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 - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with several parking lots nearby.
- City Tavern
- Okra's Cajun Creole
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Olde Towne Inn
- Best Western Manassas
- Hampton Inn Manassas
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms
- Bus: OmniRide local and commuter buses available
- Taxi services available
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