The cheapest and fastest trains from Reston, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$97
Average price
$157
Fastest journey
3 h 16 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reston, 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 Reston, VA to Philadelphia, PA will cost around $157 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $97.
Of the 8 trains that leave Reston, VA for Philadelphia, PA on Fri, May 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 217 km distance in an average of 3 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 16 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 4 h 17 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.
50 Cardinal5:35 PM3h16Manassas Station, Manassas, VA8:51 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$971One-way0 transfers
66 Northeast Regional8:30 PM3h36Manassas Station, Manassas, VA12:06 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$971One-way0 transfers
41 Floridian · 148 Northeast Regional12:21 PM4h31Rockville Station, Rockville, MD4:52 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$1511One-way1 transfer
178 Northeast Regional2:09 PM3h47Burke Centre Station, Burke, VA5:56 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$1591One-way0 transfers
178 Northeast Regional1:52 PM4h04Manassas Station, Manassas, VA5:56 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$1601One-way0 transfers
50 Cardinal5:35 PM3h16Manassas Station, Manassas, VA8:51 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$971One-way0 transfers
66 Northeast Regional8:30 PM3h36Manassas Station, Manassas, VA12:06 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$971One-way0 transfers
178 Northeast Regional2:09 PM3h47Burke Centre Station, Burke, VA5:56 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$1591One-way0 transfers
178 Northeast Regional1:52 PM4h04Manassas Station, Manassas, VA5:56 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$1601One-way0 transfers
20 Crescent12:25 PM4h17Manassas Station, Manassas, VA4:42 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$1911One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Reston, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reston, VA to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $119.
Distance: 134 miles (217 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$63 Average price | $343 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest |
3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 54m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Reston, VA to Philadelphia, PA:
A bus is $32 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Reston, VA to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $63 (€50).
A bus is $312 (€249) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Reston, VA to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $343 (€273).
Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 15m.
Flight takes on average 6h 54m.
Live departures
Reston, VA to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Reston, VA to Philadelphia, PA trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
41 Floridian · 178 Northeast Regional | 12:21 PM Rockville Station, Rockville, MD | 5h35 | 5:56 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
41 Floridian+ 2172 NextGen Acela | 12:21 PM Rockville Station, Rockville, MD | 5h17 | 5:38 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
41 Floridian · 148 Northeast Regional | 12:21 PM Rockville Station, Rockville, MD | 4h31 | 4:52 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
20 Crescent | 12:25 PM Manassas Station, Manassas, VA | 4h17 | 4:42 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 1:52 PM Manassas Station, Manassas, VA | 4h04 | 5:56 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 2:09 PM Burke Centre Station, Burke, VA | 3h47 | 5:56 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reston, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Reston, VA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 134 miles (217 km) distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 134 miles (217 km) |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 4:57 AM |
Last train 8:30 PM |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Reston, VA to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Reston, VA and Philadelphia, PA from $19 (€15). 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 Reston, VA to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reston, 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 Reston, 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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