Trains tickets from Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA

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from US$2,526
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 23 December at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 30th Street Station
    Arrival time: 26 December at
    Destination city: San Francisco
    Destination location: Mission St & Fremont St
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Train Philadelphia to San Francisco: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$558
Average train trip duration3d 7h
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure08:15
Distance2510 miles
Latest train departure12:54

Philadelphia to San Francisco Trains

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Philadelphia - San Francisco

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia to San Francisco cost?

    The average train ticket price from Philadelphia to San Francisco is US$558. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Philadelphia to San Francisco is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    A train trip between Philadelphia and San Francisco is around 3d 7h, although the fastest train will take about 3d 7h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2515 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Philadelphia and San Francisco?

    The number of trains from Philadelphia to San Francisco can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Philadelphia to San Francisco by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Philadelphia to San Francisco?

    When taking the train from Philadelphia to San Francisco, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

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

You can expect to pay from US$2,526 to US$2,526 for a train ticket from Philadelphia to San Francisco based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$2,526, which is on 2024-12-23.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Philadelphia and San Francisco is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in San Francisco.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to San Francisco, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Philadelphia and San Francisco, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Philadelphia to San Francisco.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

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