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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.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£17
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 20 m
Trains on 18 Sept
10
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport 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 John F. Kennedy International Airport to Philadelphia, PA will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 10 trains from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Philadelphia, PA, including 10 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 27 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, while a coach costs an average of £21.
Distance: 140 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£10 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price | £39 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Philadelphia, PA:
A train is £41 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Philadelphia, PA costing on average £51.
Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 24m.
The journey is about 25m faster (1h 37m by train vs 2h 2m by car) and roughly £29 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£10 vs £39). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for John F. Kennedy International Airport to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 16:22 John F. Kennedy International Airport | 1h04 | 17:26 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 0:01 John F. Kennedy International Airport | 1h22 | 1:23 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 0:18 John F. Kennedy International Airport | 1h05 | 1:23 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:00 John F. Kennedy International Airport | 1h27 | 2:27 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:22 John F. Kennedy International Airport | 1h23 | 3:45 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:17 John F. Kennedy International Airport | 2h25 | 5:42 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:11 John F. Kennedy International Airport | 1h31 | 5:42 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:11 John F. Kennedy International Airport | 1h28 | 6:39 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:20 John F. Kennedy International Airport | 1h25 | 6:45 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:50 John F. Kennedy International Airport | 1h28 | 11:18 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:30 John F. Kennedy International Airport | 1h29 | 11:59 Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Philadelphia, PA run on average 96 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. 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 01:00, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 140 km distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 140 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 96 |
Direct trains 95 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 1:00 |
Last train 23:41 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Philadelphia, PA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Philadelphia, PA trip today.
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from John F. Kennedy International Airport 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 John F. Kennedy International Airport to Philadelphia, PA trains use the Penn Station to 30th Street Station station pair, with some services arriving at Ardmore Station. Use this guide to compare John F. Kennedy International Airport 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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