The cheapest and fastest trains from Madison, WI to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$219
Average price
$219
Fastest journey
1 d 4 h 16 m
Average duration
1 d 4 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1233 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madison, WI 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 Madison, WI to Philadelphia, PA will cost around $219 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $219.
Of the 1 trains that leave Madison, WI for Philadelphia, PA on Sat, Apr 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Apr 04 the direct trains cover the 1233 km distance in an average of 1 d 4 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 4 h 16 m .
On Sat, Apr 04 the slowest trains will take 1 d 4 h 16 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.
7:00 PM28h16Madison, WI11:16 PMPhiladelphia, PA$2191One-way0 transfers
7:00 PM28h16Madison, WI11:16 PMPhiladelphia, PA$2191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Madison, WI to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madison, WI to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $125. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $125, and a flight costs an average of $358.
Distance: 766 miles (1233 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$220 Average price | $405 Average price | $171 Average price Cheapest |
21h 44m Average total duration 21h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 27h 36m Average total duration 27h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Madison, WI to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Madison, WI to Philadelphia, PA trains for tomorrow, Friday, April 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:00 PM Madison, WI | 28h16 | 11:16 PM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madison, WI to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Madison, WI to Philadelphia, PA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 21h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $191 (€156) but you can travel from only $125 (€102) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:39, the last at 13:20. The fastest train covers the 766 miles (1233 km) distance in 24h 59m.
Distance 766 miles (1233 km) |
Average train duration 21h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $191 (€156) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 24h 59m |
First train 4:39 AM |
Last train 1:20 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Madison, WI to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Madison, WI and Philadelphia, PA from $125 (€102). 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 Madison, WI to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madison, WI 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 Madison, WI to Philadelphia, PA
- 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
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