The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Chapel Hill, NC
Cheapest price
$165
Average price
$165
Fastest journey
10 h 16 m
Average duration
10 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
564 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Chapel Hill, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Chapel Hill, NC will cost around $165 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $165.
Of the 1 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Chapel Hill, NC on Mon, Apr 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Apr 06 the direct trains cover the 564 km distance in an average of 10 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 16 m .
On Mon, Apr 06 the slowest trains will take 10 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.
2:50 PM10h16Philadelphia, PA1:06 AMChapel Hill, NC$1651One-way0 transfers
2:50 PM10h16Philadelphia, PA1:06 AMChapel Hill, NC$1651One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Chapel Hill, NC
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Chapel Hill, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $66. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $66, and a flight costs an average of $120.
Distance: 350 miles (564 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
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$143 Average price | $316 Average price | $73 Average price Cheapest |
11h 50m Average total duration 11h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 22m Average total duration Fastest 7h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 50m Average total duration 10h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Chapel Hill, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Chapel Hill, NC trains for tomorrow, Sunday, April 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:50 PM Philadelphia, PA | 10h16 | 1:06 AM Chapel Hill, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Chapel Hill, NC
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Chapel Hill, NC run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $97 (€79) but you can travel from only $66 (€53) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 10:38. The fastest train covers the 350 miles (564 km) distance in 9h 5m.
Distance 350 miles (564 km) |
Average train duration 11h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $97 (€79) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 9h 5m |
First train 4:20 AM |
Last train 10:38 AM |
FAQs: Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Chapel Hill, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Chapel Hill, NC 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 Chapel Hill, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Chapel Hill, NC
- 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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