PA → NC · about 430 miles
Philadelphia to Kannapolis train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Philadelphia to Kannapolis. The fastest takes 13 hours 13 minutes; the first train leaves at 8:56 AM and the last at 8:58 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 13h 13m
- First train
- 8:56 AM
- Last train
- 8:58 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Philadelphia and arrives at Kannapolis. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:56 AM | 10:11 PM | 13h 15m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 8:58 AM | 10:11 PM | 13h 13m | Daily from Dec 19 | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Philadelphia Where you get off in Kannapolis The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Philadelphia
Where the train stops in Kannapolis
- Kannapolis Amtrak station Map of Kannapolis Amtrak station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Kannapolis to Philadelphia
Questions
How long is the train from Philadelphia to Kannapolis?
The fastest direct train takes 13 hours 13 minutes.
What time is the first train from Philadelphia to Kannapolis?
The earliest departure is at 8:56 AM (Daily) and the last at 8:58 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Philadelphia to Kannapolis?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Philadelphia?
Trains to Kannapolis leave from Philadelphia Amtrak station.