The cheapest and fastest trains from Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$119
Average price
$142
Fastest journey
7 h 29 m
Average duration
10 h
Trains per day
2
Distance
412 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA will cost around $142 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $119.
Of the 2 trains that leave Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA on Wed, Feb 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct trains cover the 412 km distance in an average of 10 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 29 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest trains will take 12 h 31 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 Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €37, and a flight costs an average of €83.
Distance: 256 miles (412 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€129 Average price | €63 Average price Cheapest | €283 Average price |
8h 4m Average total duration 7h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:25 AM Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA | 12h31 | 10:56 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA | 7h29 | 7:59 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Feb 04
Feb 05
Feb 06
Feb 07
Feb 08
Feb 09
Feb 10
Feb 11
Feb 12
Feb 13
Feb 14
Feb 15
Feb 16
Feb 17
Journey information
Overview: Train from Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 (€57) but you can travel from only $47 (€37) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:59, the last at 12:30. The fastest train covers the 256 miles (412 km) distance in 7h 29m.
Distance 256 miles (412 km) |
Average train duration 7h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 (€57) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 29m |
First train 04:59 |
Last train 12:30 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA and 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA from $47 (€37). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Amtrak
FAQs: Trains from Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA 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 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
- 5:30 AM - 9:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby, with several public parking garages in the vicinity.
- The Commoner
- Union Standard
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Drury Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown
- The Westin Pittsburgh
- Omni William Penn Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Light Rail: Pittsburgh Light Rail nearby
- 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
Most popular train connections from Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA
More options for your journey from Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need


