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Next departures for Lincoln to Philadelphia on July 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	3:27am	Lincoln Station - Haymarket	1d 12h	5:01pm	30th Street Station
Train	3:27am	Lincoln Station - Haymarket	1d 12h	4:27pm	30th Street Station
Train	3:27am	Lincoln Station - Haymarket	1d 19h	12:06am	30th Street Station
Train	3:27am	Lincoln Station - Haymarket	1d 16h	8:51pm	30th Street Station
Train	3:27am	Lincoln Station - Haymarket	1d 10h	2:59pm	30th Street Station

Compare 2 ways to go from Lincoln to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $219, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 14hAverage Duration

1124 milesDistance

45kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$219 - $410	Average Duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$458 - $2,105	Average Duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 166kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,847 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5847 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $458

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lincoln, NE, US to Philadelphia, PA, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Lincoln to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Lincoln to Philadelphia start from $458. The average price for this train route is around $488. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Lincoln to Philadelphia?
The average train ride duration from Lincoln to Philadelphia is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1130 miles (1822 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Lincoln to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Lincoln to Philadelphia?
The earliest train departs from Lincoln to Philadelphia at 3:27am. And the latest train departs at 3:27am.