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Trip Overview

The average train between Philadelphia and Independence takes 32h 1m and the fastest train takes 31h 38m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Philadelphia to Independence. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

32h 1m
Duration
1,452 mi
Distance
$1,189
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Philadelphia to Independence train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Philadelphia and Independence. The earliest departure is at 1:05 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Philadelphia is at 1:33 PM which arrives into Independence at 8:11 PM. All services require a transfer at Washington Union Station and take an average of 32h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakAmtrak31h 38m • 3 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakAmtrak32h 6m • 3 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakAmtrak32h 6m • 3 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakAmtrak32h 6m • 3 changes

Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakAmtrak32h 6m • 3 changes

Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakAmtrak32h 6m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Philadelphia to Independence? 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.

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  • Distance: 1,451.7 mi
  • Duration: 32h 1m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Independence, MO, USA?

You can take a train from 30th Street Station to Independence Station via Washington Union Station, Union Station, Red Line Center Platform, Rockville, Red Line Center Platform, Rockville Amtrak, and Chicago Union Station in around 32h 21m.

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