Train from Philadelphia, PA to Cincinnati: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Philadelphia to Cincinnati on June 26
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Union Terminal
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Union Terminal
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Union Terminal
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Union Terminal
AmtrakTrain
30th Street Station
Union Terminal

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Cincinnati

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 17 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $86, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
17h 45mAverage Duration
805 kmDistance
20kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$86 - $344Average Duration17h 45m
20kg CO₂e
Average Price$145 - $363Average Duration17h 56m
73kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Cincinnati by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

    The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Cincinnati start at $145. The average price for this train route is around $178. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

    The average train trip from Philadelphia to Cincinnati takes 17h 56m and covers 808 km. The quickest train gets you there in 17h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Cincinnati route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Cincinnati?

    The earliest train from Philadelphia to Cincinnati departs at 8:15am. The latest train departs at 8:15am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06-24
$166
06-25
No data
Today
$349
06-27
No data
06-28
$349
06-29
No data
06-30
No data
07-01
$240
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Cincinnati was searched and found on Jun 24, 2026 with a price of $166

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Cincinnati, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $166 to $1,518 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Cincinnati based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $240 which is on 2026-07-01.

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