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Trip Overview

The average train between Philadelphia and Metro Center Station takes 2h 9m and the fastest train takes 1h 53m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Philadelphia to Metro Center Station. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 9m
Duration
135 mi
Distance
$339
Average price
Every 30 minutes
Frequency

Philadelphia to Metro Center Station train times

Trains run every 30 minutes between Philadelphia and Metro Center Station. The earliest departure is at 4:20 AM at night, and the last departure from Philadelphia is at 10:48 PM which arrives into Metro Center Station at 5:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Washington Union Station and take an average of 2h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 10m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 2m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 2m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 20m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 14m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 7m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 20m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 14m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 7m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 20m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 13m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 4m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 20m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 20m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 13m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 6m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 20m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 20m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 14m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 7m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 4m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 20m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 14m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 7m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 4m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Philadelphia to Metro Center Station? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Philadelphia to Metro Center Station.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 135.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 9m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Metro Center Station, DC, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from 30th Street Station to Washington Union Station hourly. Tickets cost $70–120 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Amtrak Acela also services this route hourly.

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