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Philadelphia Museum of Art
Major art museum with wide-ranging collections and the famous steps. Worth visiting for both the galleries and the skyline views outside.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Jersey City, NJ to Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jersey City, NJ to Philadelphia, PA will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 6 trains from Jersey City, NJ to Philadelphia, PA, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 126 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 11 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Trains from Jersey City, NJ to Philadelphia, PA run on average 95 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 95 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 126 km distance in 49m.
Distance 126 km |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 95 |
Direct trains 95 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 0:11 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
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The table below shows live departures for Jersey City, NJ to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:50 Jersey City, NJ | 1h28 | 12:18 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:11 Jersey City, NJ | 1h03 | 15:14 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 2 November | |||||
![]() | 0:47 Jersey City, NJ | 1h09 | 1:56 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:17 Jersey City, NJ | 1h10 | 3:27 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:25 Jersey City, NJ | 1h26 | 5:51 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:37 Jersey City, NJ | 1h08 | 5:45 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:43 Jersey City, NJ | 1h08 | 6:51 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Major art museum with wide-ranging collections and the famous steps. Worth visiting for both the galleries and the skyline views outside.
Engaging science museum with hands-on exhibits, a planetarium, and family-friendly displays. Good for curious visitors of all ages.
Compact museum focused on Rodin sculptures in a peaceful Beaux-Arts setting. Ideal for a quieter art stop near the Parkway.
Historic square and green in the Old City area, surrounded by major independence sites. Useful as a starting point for walking the district.
Popular urban trail and park along the Delaware River with lawns, hammocks, seasonal attractions, and open river views.
Large riverside park with boat houses, trails, and skyline views. Excellent for walking, running, and seeing a greener side of the city.
A long roll filled with thinly sliced beef and melted cheese, often with fried onions. It is Philadelphia’s signature street-food sandwich.
A soft pretzel with a figure-of-eight shape and chewy texture, commonly sold by street vendors and bakeries across the city.
A roast pork sandwich with slow-roasted pork, sharp provolone and broccoli rabe. It is a classic Italian-American Philadelphia speciality.
Historic indoor market with many traders serving roast pork, pretzels, pastries and other Philadelphia staples in a lively casual setting.
Classic South Philadelphia sandwich shop best known for roast pork sandwiches with broccoli rabe and sharp provolone.
Established restaurant serving refined Pennsylvania Dutch and Mid-Atlantic cooking in an elegant but relaxed City Center dining room.
Moderate for US city breaks: hotels are often pricey, but dining and SEPTA fares are reasonable for tourists.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis: 10-15%. Cafés: small change or $1 per drink is common.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jersey City, NJ to Philadelphia, PA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Jersey City, NJ to Philadelphia, PA trains use the to 30th Street Station station pair, with some services arriving at North Philadelphia. Use this guide to compare Jersey City, NJ and Philadelphia, PA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
30th Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.
North Philadelphia is 5 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
North Philadelphia has practical services for this route, including Dining.
Food and drink options are available at North Philadelphia.
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