Train Travel in Pennsylvania
The Keystone Service, Pennsylvanian, and the Northeast Corridor through Philadelphia anchor Pennsylvania’s rail network.
Passenger rail services with at least one stop in Pennsylvania.
Regularly served stations in our research index.
U.S. census/transit region for connecting service.
Routes serving Pennsylvania
The following passenger rail services call at one or more stations in Pennsylvania. Routes range from short-haul commuter rail systems to transcontinental long-distance trains; the table below sorts by service type and distance. A useful supplemental resource is the state-level rail capital plan summary for context on funded improvements.
| Route | Type | Distance | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acela | Acela (High-Speed Rail) | 457 mi | Up to 20 weekday round trips |
| Northeast Regional | Regional Intercity | 728 mi | Up to 50 daily round trips end-to-end and segment service |
| Keystone Service | Regional Intercity | 195 mi | 14 daily round trips Philadelphia–Harrisburg; most through-running to New York |
| Pennsylvanian | Regional Intercity | 444 mi | Daily |
| Cardinal | Long-Distance | 1,147 mi | Three round trips per week |
| Crescent | Long-Distance | 1,377 mi | Daily |
| Silver Star | Long-Distance | 1,522 mi | Daily |
| Silver Meteor | Long-Distance | 1,389 mi | Daily (status varies; check Amtrak) |
| Palmetto | Regional Intercity | 829 mi | Daily |
| Carolinian | Regional Intercity | 704 mi | Daily |
| Vermonter | Regional Intercity | 611 mi | Daily |
| Lake Shore Limited | Long-Distance | 959 mi | Daily |
| Capitol Limited | Long-Distance | 764 mi | Daily |
| Floridian | Long-Distance | 1,929 mi | Daily |
| SEPTA Regional Rail | Commuter Rail | 277 mi | 13 lines with all-day frequency |
Stations in Pennsylvania
Our station index covers 19 facilities in Pennsylvania, from large urban union stations to rural flag stops.
Travel notes
Pennsylvania is part of the Mid-Atlantic region. Riders connecting between routes within the state can use any of the major hubs above for cross-platform or short-walk transfers, depending on the station. For onward travel beyond the rail network, intercity bus and connecting Thruway services often complement the train; consult the operator for current connecting itineraries.
Fare structures, on-board amenities, and ticketing systems differ between Amtrak, state-supported corridors, and individual commuter operators. Long-distance Amtrak trains typically offer reserved sleeping accommodations alongside coach class; corridor services are reserved coach with optional business class; and commuter rail is generally open seating with monthly-pass fare options.
More Pennsylvania Rail Resources
- Pennsylvania rail advocacy and ridership data
- A weekend rail itinerary across Pennsylvania