The cheapest and fastest trains from Wilson, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$145
Average price
$145
Fastest journey
7 h 42 m
Average duration
7 h 55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
529 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wilson, NC 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 Wilson, NC to Philadelphia, PA will cost around $145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $145.
Of the 2 trains that leave Wilson, NC for Philadelphia, PA on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 529 km distance in an average of 7 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 42 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 8 h 8 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, bus, and flight for Wilson, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilson, NC to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €45. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €45, and a flight costs an average of €81.
Distance: 328 miles (529 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€86 Average price | €165 Average price | €59 Average price Cheapest |
8h 21m Average total duration Fastest 7h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 5m Average total duration 10h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 51m Average total duration 12h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Wilson, NC to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Wilson, NC to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:43 PM Wilson, NC | 8h06 | 1:49 AM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wilson, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Wilson, NC to Philadelphia, PA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $80 (€65) but you can travel from only $55 (€45) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:29, the last at 16:20. The fastest train covers the 328 miles (529 km) distance in 8h 6m.
Distance 328 miles (529 km) |
Average train duration 7h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€65) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 8h 6m |
First train 02:29 |
Last train 16:20 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Wilson, NC to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Wilson, NC and Philadelphia, PA from $55 (€45). 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 Wilson, NC to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilson, NC 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 Wilson, NC to Philadelphia, PA
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available adjacent to the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free for passengers
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area and ticketing services.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 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
Most popular train connections from Wilson, NC
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