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Compare bus, train, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Quincy, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Quincy, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $81. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $81, and a flight costs an average of $276.
Distance: 268 miles (432 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$175 Average price | $81 Average price Cheapest | $276 Average price | $63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 17m 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 Quincy, MA:
A bus is $94 (€78) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to Quincy, MA costing on average $175 (€144).
A bus is $195 (€160) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Quincy, MA costing on average $276 (€227).
Other travel options to Quincy, MA take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 8m.
Bus takes on average 6h 45m.
Tickets start at around $175 (€144) compared to roughly $63 (€52) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-112.67 (€-92.60). The journey takes 6h 8m versus 5h 17m 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.
Compare prices and tickets Philadelphia, PA to Quincy, MA by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Quincy, MA
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Quincy, MA run on average 51 times per day, taking around 6h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $175 (€144) but you can travel from only $81 (€67) by bus.
There are 44 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:25, the last at 20:03. The fastest train covers the 268 miles (432 km) distance in 6h 8m.
Distance 268 miles (432 km) |
Average train duration 6h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $175 (€144) |
Trains per day 51 |
Direct trains 44 |
Fastest train 6h 8m |
First train 3:25 AM |
Last train 8:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Quincy, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Quincy, MA from $81 (€67). 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 Quincy, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Quincy, MA 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 Quincy, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Quincy, MA
Most Philadelphia, PA to Quincy, MA trains use the 30th Street Station to Back Bay Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Philadelphia, PA and Quincy, MA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Philadelphia, PA station do trains to Quincy, MA leave from?
Getting to 30th Street Station from Philadelphia city centre
30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
30th Street Station train station facilities and services
30th Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.
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