The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Salisbury, NC
Cheapest price
$220
Average price
$220
Fastest journey
9 h 47 m
Average duration
10 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
666 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Salisbury, 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 Salisbury, NC will cost around $220 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $220.
Of the 2 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Salisbury, NC on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 666 km distance in an average of 10 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 47 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 11 h 28 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.
8:36 AM11h28Philadelphia, PA8:04 PMSalisbury, NC$2201One-way0 transfers
3:38 PM9h47Philadelphia, PA1:25 AMSalisbury, NC$2201One-way0 transfers
3:38 PM9h47Philadelphia, PA1:25 AMSalisbury, NC$2201One-way0 transfers
8:36 AM11h28Philadelphia, PA8:04 PMSalisbury, NC$2201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Salisbury, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Salisbury, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $150. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $150, and a flight costs an average of $87.
Distance: 413 miles (666 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$233 Average price | $160 Average price Cheapest | $327 Average price | $97 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 6m Average total duration 11h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 39m Average total duration 14h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 51m Average total duration Fastest 4h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 57m 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 Salisbury, NC:
A bus is $73 (€59) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to Salisbury, NC costing on average $233 (€190).
A bus is $167 (€136) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Salisbury, NC costing on average $327 (€267).
Other travel options to Salisbury, NC take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 36m.
Bus takes on average 14h 9m.
Tickets start at around $233 (€190) compared to roughly $97 (€79) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-136.00 (€-111.26). The journey takes 11h 36m versus 7h 57m 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 Salisbury, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Salisbury, NC trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:36 AM Philadelphia, PA | 11h28 | 8:04 PM Salisbury, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Salisbury, NC
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Salisbury, NC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $142 (€116) but you can travel from only $87 (€71) by flight.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 15:38. The fastest train covers the 413 miles (666 km) distance in 9h 47m.
Distance 413 miles (666 km) |
Average train duration 11h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $142 (€116) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 9h 47m |
First train 4:20 AM |
Last train 3:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Salisbury, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Salisbury, NC from $87 (€71). 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 Salisbury, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Salisbury, 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 Salisbury, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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