The cheapest and fastest trains from Union Station, Tampa, FL to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€165
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€227
Fastest journey on Sep 20
23 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 d 1 h 31 m
Trains on Sep 20
4
Distance
1492 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Union Station, Tampa, FL 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 Union Station, Tampa, FL to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA will cost around €227 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €165.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 4 trains from Union Station, Tampa, FL to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA, including 4 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 1492 km distance in an average of 1 d 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 h 50 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 1 d 3 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.
9:49 PM27h11Union Station, Tampa, FL1:00 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€1651One-way0 transfers
1:25 PM23h50Union Station, Tampa, FL1:15 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€2091One-way0 transfers
2:25 PM23h50Union Station, Tampa, FL2:15 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€2531One-way0 transfers
8:49 PM27h11Union Station, Tampa, FL12:00 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€2801One-way0 transfers
2:25 PM23h50Union Station, Tampa, FL2:15 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€2531One-way0 transfers
1:25 PM23h50Union Station, Tampa, FL1:15 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€2091One-way0 transfers
9:49 PM27h11Union Station, Tampa, FL1:00 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€1651One-way0 transfers
8:49 PM27h11Union Station, Tampa, FL12:00 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA€2801One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Union Station, Tampa, FL to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Union Station, Tampa, FL to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €150 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €150, while a train costs an average of €548.
Distance: 927 miles (1492 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€548 Average price | €150 Average price Cheapest | €410 Average price | €180 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
28h 40m Average total duration 28h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29h 2m Average total duration 28h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration Fastest 5h 25m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 15h 27m 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 Union Station, Tampa, FL to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA:
A bus is €260 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Union Station, Tampa, FL to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA costing on average €410.
A bus is €398 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Union Station, Tampa, FL to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA costing on average €548.
Other travel options to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA take longer:
Train takes on average 28h 10m.
Bus takes on average 28h 32m.
Tickets start at around €548 compared to roughly €180 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-367.86. The journey takes 28h 10m versus 15h 27m 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.
Live departures
Union Station, Tampa, FL to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Union Station, Tampa, FL to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6098 · 98 | 9:25 AM Union Station, Tampa, FL | 23h43 | 9:08 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
6098 · 98 · 164 | 9:25 AM Union Station, Tampa, FL | 25h37 | 11:02 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2 transfers | |
40 · 158 | 4:49 PM Union Station, Tampa, FL | 27h20 | 8:09 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Union Station, Tampa, FL to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Union Station, Tampa, FL to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 28h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €230 but you can travel from only €48 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 13:25, the last at 20:49. The fastest train covers the 927 miles (1492 km) distance in 23h 56m.
Distance 927 miles (1492 km) |
Average train duration 28h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €230 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 23h 56m |
First train 1:25 PM |
Last train 8:49 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Union Station, Tampa, FL to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Union Station, Tampa, FL and 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA from €48. 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 Union Station, Tampa, FL to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Union Station, Tampa, FL 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 Union Station, Tampa, FL to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Most Union Station, Tampa, FL to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trains use the Union Station to 30th Street Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Union Station, Tampa, FL and 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Union Station from Tampa city centre
Union Station train station facilities and services
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Getting to 30th Street Station from Philadelphia city centre
30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
30th Street Station train station facilities and services
30th Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.


