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South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA train with Amtrak

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Cheap train tickets from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA

Showing times and prices for Feb 16

Cheapest

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.

Cheapest
Amtrak169 Northeast RegionalAmtrak169 Northeast Regional
07:52PM5h53
South Station, Boston, MA
01:45AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
$2191One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Amtrak65 Northeast RegionalAmtrak65 Northeast Regional
06:45PM6h06
South Station, Boston, MA
12:51AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
$2191One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak87 Northeast RegionalAmtrak87 Northeast Regional
09:58AM6h34
South Station, Boston, MA
04:32PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
$2771One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak99 Northeast RegionalAmtrak99 Northeast Regional
08:35AM6h05
South Station, Boston, MA
02:40PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
$2771One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak99 Northeast RegionalAmtrak+Amtrak99 Northeast Regional19 Crescent
08:35AM6h56
South Station, Boston, MA
03:31PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
$3291One-way
1 transfer

South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, February 16
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Amtrak
2249 Acela
Amtrak2249 Acela
06:00AM South Station, Boston, MA5h15 11:15AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
195 Northeast Regional
Amtrak195 Northeast Regional
06:30AM South Station, Boston, MA5h55 12:25PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
195 Northeast Regional
Amtrak195 Northeast Regional
06:30AM South Station, Boston, MA7h59 02:29PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA1 transfer
Amtrak
2251 Acela
Amtrak2251 Acela
07:35AM South Station, Boston, MA5h33 01:08PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
99 Northeast Regional
Amtrak99 Northeast Regional
08:35AM South Station, Boston, MA6h56 03:31PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA1 transfer
Amtrak
99 Northeast Regional
Amtrak99 Northeast Regional
08:35AM South Station, Boston, MA6h05 02:40PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
161 Northeast Regional
Amtrak161 Northeast Regional
09:30AM South Station, Boston, MA6h02 03:32PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
87 Northeast Regional
Amtrak87 Northeast Regional
09:58AM South Station, Boston, MA6h34 04:32PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
2253 Acela
Amtrak2253 Acela
11:05AM South Station, Boston, MA5h01 04:06PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
163 Northeast Regional
Amtrak163 Northeast Regional
11:30AM South Station, Boston, MA6h02 05:32PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
2255 Acela
Amtrak2255 Acela
01:10PM South Station, Boston, MA5h01 06:11PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
135 Northeast Regional
Amtrak135 Northeast Regional
01:40PM South Station, Boston, MA5h52 07:32PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
165 Northeast Regional
Amtrak165 Northeast Regional
03:08PM South Station, Boston, MA6h32 09:40PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
167 Northeast Regional
Amtrak167 Northeast Regional
04:25PM South Station, Boston, MA6h10 10:35PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
65 Northeast Regional
Amtrak65 Northeast Regional
06:45PM South Station, Boston, MA6h06 12:51AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
169 Northeast Regional
Amtrak169 Northeast Regional
07:52PM South Station, Boston, MA5h53 01:45AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA

Showing times and prices for Feb 16

Fastest Journey

5 h 1 m

Average

6 h 4 m

Trains per day

16

Distance

436 km

Of the 16 trains that leave South Station, Boston, MA for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Amtrak2253 AcelaAmtrak2253 Acela
11:05AM5h01
South Station, Boston, MA
04:06PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
$4731One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Amtrak2255 AcelaAmtrak2255 Acela
01:10PM5h01
South Station, Boston, MA
06:11PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
$4731One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
Amtrak2249 AcelaAmtrak2249 Acela
06:00AM5h15
South Station, Boston, MA
11:15AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
$3761One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak2251 AcelaAmtrak2251 Acela
07:35AM5h33
South Station, Boston, MA
01:08PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
$3761One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak135 Northeast RegionalAmtrak135 Northeast Regional
01:40PM5h52
South Station, Boston, MA
07:32PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
$4231One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA

Trains from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA run on average 17 times per day, taking around 6h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $80 (€72) but you can travel from only $27 (€24) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $27 (€24)
Distance
270 miles (436 km)
Average train duration
6h 46m
Cheapest ticket price
$80 (€72)
Trains per day
17
Direct trains
14
Train providers
2
Fastest train
5h 2m
First train
11:10
Last train
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $27 (€24)

Train providers: Amtrak and Amtrak Acela from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trains

Amtrak and Amtrak Acela trains will get you from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA from $57 (€51). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains between South Station, Boston, MA and 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.

South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA train information with Amtrak:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 50 min
  • Cheapest Price: $57
  • Amtrak frequency: 8 a day

FAQs: Trains from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA

FAQs: Travel by train from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA.
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Cheap train tickets from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA can start from as little as $43 (€38) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA is $145 (€130); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA is 5 h 2 min   to travel the 270 mile (436 km) long journey, with around there are 19 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA leaves at 9: 05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA leaves at 11: 55 PM.
Yes, there are 17 direct trains a day from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA with Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA. Take the fast train with Amtrak Acela from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA.
Take the South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA train with Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 55 PM.
The cheapest month to travel from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA by train is June.
You have options as you can travel from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.

Popular train stations from South Station, Boston, MA to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA

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Philadelphia
The major train station for departures in Boston is South Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at South Station for your trip from Boston to Philadelphia.
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The major train station for arrivals in Philadelphia is 30th Street Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at 30th Street Station for your journey to Philadelphia from Boston.
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Distance to city center
1 km

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