- Must visit
Philadelphia Museum Of Art
One of the largest art museums in the US, known for major collections, landmark architecture, and the famous Rocky Steps.
Cheapest price
$244
Average price
$383
Fastest journey
5 h 7 m
Average duration
5 h 9 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
436 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from South Station, Boston, MA 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 South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA will cost around $383 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $244.
Of the 20 trains that leave South Station, Boston, MA for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA on Thu, Jun 04, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct trains cover the 436 km distance in an average of 5 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 7 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest trains will take 5 h 11 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.
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional
171 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor
179 Northeast Regional
67 Northeast Regional
171 Northeast Regional
2167 Acela
2163 Acela
2151 NextGen Acela
2155 NextGen Acela
2159 NextGen AcelaOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a flight costs an average of $61.
Distance: 270 miles (436 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$182 Average price | $61 Average price Cheapest | $188 Average price | $101 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA:
A bus is $121 (€98) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA costing on average $182 (€147).
A bus is $127 (€102) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA costing on average $188 (€152).
Other travel options to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 35m.
Bus takes on average 6h 54m.
Tickets start at around $182 (€147) compared to roughly $101 (€81) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-81.89 (€-66.19). The journey takes 5h 35m versus 5h 20m 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.
The table below shows live departures for South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
95 Northeast Regional | 6:10 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 5h46 | 11:56 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 7:00 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 5h11 | 12:11 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 8:12 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 6h03 | 2:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor | 8:12 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 7h53 | 4:05 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
2159 NextGen Acela+ 19 Crescent | 9:00 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 6h31 | 3:31 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
2159 NextGen Acela | 9:00 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 5h11 | 2:11 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2159 NextGen Acela+ 97 Silver Meteor | 9:00 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 7h05 | 4:05 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
93 Northeast Regional | 9:20 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 6h04 | 3:24 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 10:20 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 6h12 | 4:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2163 Acela | 11:05 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 5h07 | 4:12 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 11:40 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 5h49 | 5:29 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
449 Lake Shore Limited · 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional | 12:50 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 12h01 | 12:51 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2 transfers | |
2167 Acela | 1:00 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 5h07 | 6:07 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 1:37 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 6h13 | 7:50 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2171 Acela | 3:10 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 5h19 | 8:29 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 3:15 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 6h04 | 9:19 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
177 Northeast Regional | 5:30 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 6h15 | 11:45 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 6:45 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 6h06 | 12:51 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
179 Northeast Regional | 7:47 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 5h52 | 1:39 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, June 4 | |||||
2151 NextGen Acela | 5:00 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 5h08 | 10:08 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA run on average 18 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:47, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 270 miles (436 km) distance in 5h 2m.
Distance 270 miles (436 km) |
Average train duration 5h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 5h 2m |
First train 12:47 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Philadelphia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Philadelphia trip today.
One of the largest art museums in the US, known for major collections, landmark architecture, and the famous Rocky Steps.
Renowned collection of Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, and early modern art displayed in an intimate, highly regarded setting.
Major science museum with interactive exhibits, a planetarium, and family-friendly displays near the Parkway museums district.
Grand boulevard lined with major museums, flags, fountains, and cultural institutions, ideal for a classic city walk.
Elegant central park and surrounding neighborhood known for people-watching, historic character, and refined city atmosphere.
Historic district with cobblestone streets, heritage sites, galleries, and a strong concentration of colonial-era attractions.
A Philadelphia classic of thin-sliced beef and melted cheese in a long roll, often ordered with fried onions. It is the city’s most iconic sandwich.
A traditional South Philadelphia sandwich with slow-roasted pork, sharp provolone, and broccoli rabe. Many locals consider it as essential as the cheesesteak.
Philadelphia-style soft pretzels are chewier and denser than many others, commonly eaten as a street snack with mustard.
A historic public market with many established Philadelphia food vendors, ideal for trying local specialties in a lively casual setting.
A well-known French brasserie on Rittenhouse Square with polished service, classic dishes, and a stylish atmosphere popular for breakfast through dinner.
A long-running seafood restaurant and oyster bar known for fresh shellfish, lobster rolls, and a classic city dining atmosphere.
Moderate for a major U.S. city. Casual meals are reasonable, but hotels and fine dining near Center City cost more.
Restaurants: 18-20% standard, 20%+ for great service. Bars: USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis: 10-15%. Hotel staff: USD 2-5. Tip on pre-tax total; service charges are uncommon.
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