The cheapest and fastest trains from Portsmouth, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$240
Average price
$240
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 6 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
360 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portsmouth, VA to Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portsmouth, VA to Philadelphia, PA will cost around $240 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $240.
Of the 3 trains that leave Portsmouth, VA for Philadelphia, PA on Fri, Feb 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 06 the direct trains cover the 360 km distance in an average of 7 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
On Fri, Feb 06 the slowest trains will take 7 h 32 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 and bus for Portsmouth, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth, VA to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €51. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €51, and a flight costs an average of €233.
Distance: 223 miles (360 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€110 Average price | €52 Average price Cheapest | €252 Average price |
7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration Fastest 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 36m Average total duration 9h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Portsmouth, VA to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth, VA to Philadelphia, PA trains for tomorrow, Friday, February 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:14 AM Portsmouth, VA | 6h50 | 1:04 PM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:59 AM Portsmouth, VA | 6h57 | 3:56 PM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:59 PM Portsmouth, VA | 7h32 | 8:31 PM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portsmouth, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Portsmouth, VA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $103 (€82) but you can travel from only $65 (€51) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 16:35. The fastest train covers the 223 miles (360 km) distance in 7h 3m.
Distance 223 miles (360 km) |
Average train duration 6h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $103 (€82) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 7h 3m |
First train 04:20 |
Last train 16:35 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Portsmouth, VA to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Portsmouth, VA and Philadelphia, PA from $65 (€51). 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 Portsmouth, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth, VA to 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 Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Portsmouth, VA to Philadelphia, PA
- 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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