How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh start from R$323. The average price for this train route is around R$613. 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 Philadelphia to Pittsburgh?

The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh is 11h 20m, covering a distance of 256 miles (413 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 23m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Pittsburgh route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh?

The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh at 10:13am. And the latest train departs at 9:10pm.

Train Philadelphia to Pittsburgh from R$327 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Pittsburgh on May 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:41pm	30th Street Station	7h 24m	8:05pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:41pm	30th Street Station	7h 24m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:13am	30th Street Station	13h 27m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:13am	30th Street Station	13h 27m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	12:29pm	30th Street Station	11h 11m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Pittsburgh on June 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:13pm	30th Street Station	11h 27m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	11h 39m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:13pm	30th Street Station	11h 27m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Pittsburgh on June 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:13pm	30th Street Station	11h 27m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	11h 39m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:13pm	30th Street Station	11h 27m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Pittsburgh on June 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:13pm	30th Street Station	11h 27m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	11h 39m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:13pm	30th Street Station	11h 27m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Pittsburgh on June 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:13pm	30th Street Station	11h 27m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	11h 39m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:13pm	30th Street Station	11h 27m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Pittsburgh on June 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:13pm	30th Street Station	11h 27m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	12:01pm	30th Street Station	11h 39m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:13pm	30th Street Station	11h 27m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Pittsburgh on June 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:13am	30th Street Station	13h 27m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:13am	30th Street Station	13h 27m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	12:29pm	30th Street Station	11h 11m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Pittsburgh on June 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:42pm	30th Street Station	7h 23m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:13am	30th Street Station	13h 27m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:13am	30th Street Station	13h 27m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	12:29pm	30th Street Station	11h 11m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:25 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Pittsburgh. The journey takes about 8 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R$214, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

8h 15mAverage Duration

258 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceR$214 - R$1,125	Average Duration8h 15m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceR$323 - R$2,468	Average Duration11h 20m	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,814 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5814 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 R$323

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Pittsburgh 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 Philadelphia to Pittsburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh start from R$323. The average price for this train route is around R$613. 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 Philadelphia to Pittsburgh?
The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh is 11h 20m, covering a distance of 256 miles (413 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Pittsburgh route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh?
The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Pittsburgh at 10:13am. And the latest train departs at 9:10pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

05/29

R$757

05/30

R$757

Today

R$757

06/01

R$757

06/02

R$337

06/03

R$337

06/04

R$508

06/05

R$337

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Pittsburgh was searched and found on Jun 2, 2026 with a price of R$337

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 Pittsburgh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R$337 to R$2,642 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Pittsburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R$337 which is on 2026-06-02.