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Glenstone
A Major contemporary art museum and landscape destination in Montgomery County. It is farther from Silver Spring but among the region's most sought-after art experiences.
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$226
Fastest journey
1 h 41 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Trains per day
51
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Silver Spring, 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 Silver Spring, MD will cost around $226 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 51 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Silver Spring, MD on Sun, Jun 21, 48 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 192 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 41 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 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.
65 Northeast Regional
65 Northeast Regional
151 Northeast Regional
117 Northeast Regional
139 Northeast Regional
2275 NextGen Acela
161 Northeast Regional
153 Northeast Regional
155 Northeast Regional
189 Northeast RegionalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Silver Spring, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $141.
Distance: 119 miles (192 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$30 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price | $415 Average price | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 56m Average total duration 4h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 18m 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 Silver Spring, MD:
A train is $1 (€0.95) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Philadelphia, PA to Silver Spring, MD costing on average $31 (€26).
A train is $384 (€315) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Silver Spring, MD costing on average $415 (€339).
Other travel options to Silver Spring, MD take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 18m.
Flight takes on average 4h 56m.
The journey is about 33m faster (1h 45m by train vs 2h 18m by car) and roughly $3 (€2) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($30 (€25) vs $33 (€27)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Silver Spring, MD trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
195 Northeast Regional | 12:29 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h44 | 2:13 PM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
195 Northeast Regional | 12:29 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h00 | 2:29 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
195 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian | 12:29 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 3h52 | 4:21 PM Rockville Station, Rockville, MD | 1 transfer | |
2271 NextGen Acela+ 40 Floridian | 12:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 3h46 | 4:21 PM Rockville Station, Rockville, MD | 1 transfer | |
2271 NextGen Acela | 12:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h48 | 2:23 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
147 Northeast Regional | 2:22 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h56 | 4:18 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
147 Northeast Regional | 2:22 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h44 | 4:06 PM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
99 Northeast Regional | 2:45 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h56 | 4:41 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 3:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h58 | 5:33 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 3:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h42 | 5:17 PM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
19 Crescent | 3:38 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h09 | 5:47 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
97 Silver Meteor | 4:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h09 | 6:24 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 4:34 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h42 | 6:16 PM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 4:34 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h54 | 6:28 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
163 Northeast Regional | 5:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h01 | 7:36 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
163 Northeast Regional | 5:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h43 | 7:18 PM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
2255 NextGen Acela | 6:13 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h52 | 8:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
159 Northeast Regional | 6:33 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h10 | 8:43 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
159 Northeast Regional | 6:33 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h49 | 8:22 PM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
135 Northeast Regional | 7:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h06 | 9:41 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
107 Northeast Regional | 7:56 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h43 | 9:39 PM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
107 Northeast Regional | 7:56 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h58 | 9:54 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
57 Vermonter | 8:26 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h06 | 10:32 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
57 Vermonter | 8:26 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h45 | 10:11 PM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
2259 Acela | 9:36 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h52 | 11:28 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
165 Northeast Regional | 9:38 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h44 | 11:22 PM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
165 Northeast Regional | 9:38 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h02 | 11:40 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
65 Northeast Regional | 4:20 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h49 | 6:09 AM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
65 Northeast Regional | 4:20 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h09 | 6:29 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
151 Northeast Regional | 4:57 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h01 | 6:58 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
117 Northeast Regional | 6:46 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h57 | 8:43 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
89 Palmetto | 7:32 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h12 | 9:44 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
89 Palmetto | 7:32 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h48 | 9:20 AM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
51 Cardinal | 8:15 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h59 | 10:14 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
79 Carolinian | 8:58 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h11 | 11:09 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
153 Northeast Regional | 9:33 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h42 | 11:15 AM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
153 Northeast Regional | 9:33 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h59 | 11:32 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
2205 NextGen Acela | 10:13 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h43 | 11:56 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
2205 NextGen Acela+ 40 Floridian | 10:13 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h08 | 4:21 PM Rockville Station, Rockville, MD | 1 transfer | |
103 Northeast Regional | 10:20 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h00 | 12:20 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
155 Northeast Regional | 10:38 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h01 | 12:39 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
155 Northeast Regional | 10:38 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h42 | 12:20 PM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
2207 NextGen Acela | 11:16 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h47 | 1:03 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
143 Northeast Regional | 11:22 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h07 | 1:29 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
143 Northeast Regional | 11:22 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h51 | 1:13 PM New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
121 Northeast Regional | 11:54 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h02 | 1:56 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Silver Spring, MD run on average 46 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 43 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 119 miles (192 km) distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 119 miles (192 km) |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 46 |
Direct trains 43 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 4:20 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Discover the best of Silver Spring — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Silver Spring trip today.
A Major contemporary art museum and landscape destination in Montgomery County. It is farther from Silver Spring but among the region's most sought-after art experiences.
A Federal museum with medical history collections, pathology specimens, and exhibits on military medicine and public health. A distinctive local museum near downtown Silver Spring.
A Historic cinema and film culture venue known for preservation and special screenings. Not a museum, but an important cultural institution and Art Deco landmark in Silver Spring.
The city's main urban core with plazas, shops, entertainment venues, and frequent public events. It is the essential area for first-time visitors.
A Central public square used for festivals, ice skating in season, concerts, and community events.
A Beautiful public garden with seasonal displays, conservatories, and photogenic landscapes. Very popular for leisurely visits and social media photos.
Pan-seared cakes of sweet blue crab with minimal filler, a Chesapeake staple widely loved in the Silver Spring area.
A smoky, spicy sausage associated with the Washington area, usually served on a bun with chili, onions, and mustard.
Fried chicken wings or carryout dishes served with sweet-tangy Mumbo sauce, a beloved Washington regional flavor.
Polished seafood and chophouse spot highlighting Mid-Atlantic oysters, crab, steaks, and classic cocktails.
Classic Jewish deli and Silver Spring institution known for pastrami, matzo ball soup, and old-school charm.
Long-running Burmese restaurant known for tea leaf salad, curries, and a warm neighborhood atmosphere.
Moderate for the Washington area. Meals and coffee are manageable, but hotels and upscale dining can be pricey.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff USD 2-5. Tipping is not usually expected for counter service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Silver Spring, 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 Silver Spring, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Philadelphia, PA to Silver Spring, MD trains use the 30th Street Station to Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Philadelphia, PA and Silver Spring, MD train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.
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