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04/23/2025
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Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA by train

The journey from Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA by train is 2,519.69 mi and takes 81 hr 3 min. There are 3 connections per day, with the first departure at 8:15 AM and the last at 12:54 PM. It is possible to travel from Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA by train for as little as $425.32 or as much as $544.34. The best price for this journey is $425.32.

Lowest Price $425.32
Journey Duration 81 hr 3 min
Connection per Day 3
Lowest Price $425.32
Highest Price $544.34
First Departure 8:15 AM
Last Departure 12:54 PM
Distance 2,519.69 mi
Departure Philadelphia, PA
Arrival San Francisco, CA
Carriers Amtrak

Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA Train Times

Departure date
Wednesday, Apr 23, 2025

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA

The cheapest Philadelphia, PA - San Francisco, CA train tickets can be found for as low as $89.90 if you’re lucky, or $162.26 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $232.31.

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When travelling to San Francisco, CA by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA
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Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
283.85kg
Bus
304.13kg
Flight
811.01kg
Car
648.81kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Philadelphia, PA and San Francisco, CA are 283.85kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Philadelphia, PA and San Francisco, CA? By taking the train between Philadelphia, PA and San Francisco, CA you will save 527.16kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 20.28kg compared to a bus and 364.96kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA?
A train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA is $504.67. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $425.32.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA is $425.32. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Philadelphia, PA and San Francisco, CA by train?
Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA is 2,519.69 mi.
How long does the train between Philadelphia, PA and San Francisco, CA take?
Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA is on average 81 hr 3 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 79 hr 11 min.
How many train connections per day go from Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA?
Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA has 3 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA leave?
The earliest train from Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA departs at 8:15 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA depart?
The latest train from Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA departs at 12:54 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $425.32 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Philadelphia, PA and San Francisco, CA is 79 hr 11 min.
Is there a direct train from Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA?
Yes, there is a direct train between Philadelphia, PA and San Francisco, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA by train?
The train journey from Philadelphia, PA to San Francisco, CA creates 283.85kg of CO2 emissions.