The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Maryland City, MD
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
171 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Maryland City, 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 Maryland City, MD will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 4 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Maryland City, MD on Fri, Mar 20, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 20 the direct trains cover the 171 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
On Fri, Mar 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 27 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, train, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Maryland City, MD
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Maryland City, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a flight costs an average of $139.
Distance: 106 miles (171 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $37 Average price | $394 Average price |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Maryland City, MD train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Maryland City, MD trains for today, Thursday, March 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:45 AM Philadelphia, PA | 1h33 | 11:18 AM Maryland City, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:57 AM Philadelphia, PA | 1h27 | 11:24 AM Maryland City, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, March 20 | |||||
![]() | 12:30 AM Philadelphia, PA | 1h24 | 1:54 AM Maryland City, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:23 AM Philadelphia, PA | 1h26 | 3:49 AM Maryland City, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Maryland City, MD
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Maryland City, MD run on average 66 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 66 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 106 miles (171 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 106 miles (171 km) |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 66 |
Direct trains 66 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 04:20 |
Last train 22:51 |
Cheapest month Mar |
Cheapest day Wed |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Busiest day Sun |
Least busy day Tue |
Best day to book ahead 5 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Maryland City, MD trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Maryland City, MD from $6 (€5). 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 Maryland City, MD
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Maryland City, 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 Maryland City, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Maryland City, MD
- 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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