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Next departures for Philadelphia to Aberdeen on August 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	8:58am	30th Street Station	59m	9:57am	Aberdeen Station
Train	1:03pm	30th Street Station	58m	2:01pm	Aberdeen Station
Train	4:33pm	30th Street Station	55m	5:28pm	Aberdeen Station
Train	6:49pm	30th Street Station	52m	7:41pm	Aberdeen Station
Train	7:28pm	30th Street Station	50m	8:18pm	Aberdeen Station

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Aberdeen

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Aberdeen. The journey takes about 51 minutes and with fares starting at just R 133, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

51mAverage Duration

61 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceR 351 - R 1 105	Average Duration3h 15m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceR 133 - R 2 062	Average Duration51m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,469 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 6469 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 133

Amtrak Philadelphia Aberdeen recent customer reviews

My first time riding in 30 years! The information about which Track I had to go to was confusing. Board showed Track 7, but it was on Track 8. The conductor never announced which stop is coming up.

Brenda W.

March 15, 2024

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA, US to Aberdeen, MD, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Aberdeen?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Aberdeen start from R 133. The average price for this train route is around R 638. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Aberdeen?
The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Aberdeen is 51m, covering a distance of 61 miles (98 km). The quickest train can get you there in 46m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Aberdeen route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Aberdeen?
The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Aberdeen at 9:00am. And the latest train departs at 7:36pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

08/27

R 746

08/28

R 481

Today

R 481

08/30

R 581

08/31

R 398

09/01

R 183

09/02

R 100

09/03

R 481

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA, US to Aberdeen, MD, US was searched and found on Sep 2, 2026 with a price of R 100

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

You can expect to pay from R 100 to R 1 194 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA, US to Aberdeen, MD, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 100 which is on 2026-09-02.