Question 1

Can you take a train all the way from Philadelphia to Palm Springs?

Accepted Answer

While the train is the main method of transportation from Philadelphia to Palm Springs, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a bus or express shuttle.

Question 2

Other ways to get from Boston to NYC

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There are usually 19 daily train trips available from Boston to New York.

Question 3

When are trains the most crowded?

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Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Philadelphia to Palm Springs. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

Question 4

Which train should you take from Philadelphia to Palm Springs?

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Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Philadelphia to Palm Springs.  The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.

Question 5

What is the price of a train ticket from Philadelphia to Palm Springs?

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In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Philadelphia to Palm Springs was $326.00. Train tickets on this route are typically priced higher due to the distance covered. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Palm Springs if you book your train tickets at least 28 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra $135.10.

Question 6

Is there a direct train from Philadelphia to Palm Springs?

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Trains leave the station in Philadelphia twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Palm Springs to Philadelphia.

Question 7

How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Palm Springs?

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The distance between Philadelphia and Palm Springs is approximately 2304 miles, or 3708 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 76 hours and 17 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 75 hours and 18 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Question 8

When are the first and last trains of the day?

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The earliest train departs Philadelphia at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 12:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Question 9

Get around town with Moovit

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Question 10

Where is the train station in Palm Springs?

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Palm Springs receives travelers from Philadelphia at its two active train stations.

Question 11

Where is the train station in Philadelphia?

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There is one train station in Philadelphia.

Question 12

Monthly avg. prices

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Ticket prices for the train from Philadelphia to Palm Springs often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in  when the average ticket price is only . If you're thinking of traveling from Philadelphia to Palm Springs during , keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of  during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in , is to book your trip well in advance.

Question 13

Need a return trip from Palm Springs to Philadelphia?

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Question 14

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

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With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.