PA → LA · about 1,062 miles

Philadelphia to Slidell train schedule

Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Philadelphia to Slidell. The fastest takes 28 hours 36 minutes; the first train leaves at 3:38 PM and the last at 3:43 PM.

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Trains a week
7
Fastest trip
28h 36m
First train
3:38 PM
Last train
3:43 PM

Timetable

Every train leaves from Philadelphia and arrives at Slidell Amtrak Station. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.

Direct trains from Philadelphia, PA to Slidell, LA
DepartsArrivesDurationDaysRail company
3:38 PM7:19 PM +1 day28h 41mDailyAmtrak
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3:43 PM7:19 PM +1 day28h 36mThu from Nov 26Amtrak
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Where to board in Philadelphia Where you get off in Slidell The route of the busiest trip

Return trip: Slidell to Philadelphia

Questions

How long is the train from Philadelphia to Slidell?

The fastest direct train takes 28 hours 36 minutes; the typical trip is 28 hours 41 minutes.

What time is the first train from Philadelphia to Slidell?

The earliest departure is at 3:38 PM (Daily) and the last at 3:43 PM (Thu).

Which rail companies go from Philadelphia to Slidell?

Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.

Where do I catch the train in Philadelphia?

Trains to Slidell leave from Philadelphia Amtrak station.