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Trip Overview

The average train between Chesapeake and Philadelphia takes 6h 46m and the fastest train takes 6h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Chesapeake to Philadelphia. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 46m
Duration
354 mi
Distance
$229
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Chesapeake to Philadelphia train times

Trains run twice daily between Chesapeake and Philadelphia. The earliest departure is at 8:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chesapeake is at 4:05 PM which arrives into Philadelphia at 11:15 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 46m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak7h 10m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak Acela6h 29m • 1 change
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    AmtrakAmtrak Acela6h 39m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak Acela6h 38m • 1 change
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    AmtrakAmtrak Acela6h 52m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak Acela6h 38m • 1 change
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    AmtrakAmtrak Acela6h 52m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak Acela6h 38m • 1 change
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    AmtrakAmtrak Acela6h 52m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak Acela6h 38m • 1 change
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    AmtrakAmtrak Acela6h 52m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak Acela6h 38m • 1 change
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    AmtrakAmtrak Acela6h 52m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chesapeake to Philadelphia? 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 Chesapeake to Philadelphia.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 354.2 mi
  • Duration: 6h 46m

What companies run services between Chesapeake, City of Chesapeake, VA, USA and Philadelphia, PA, USA?

You can take a train from Norfolk to 30th Street Station via Washington Union Station in around 6h 29m.

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