- Must visit
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
£5
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
49 m
Average duration
52 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
85 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Brunswick, 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 New Brunswick, NJ to Philadelphia, PA will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 5 trains that leave New Brunswick, NJ for Philadelphia, PA every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 85 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 59 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 New Brunswick, NJ to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 85 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£36 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 22m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for New Brunswick, NJ to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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111 Northeast Regional | 5:30 New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 0h52 | 6:22 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
79 Carolinian | 7:51 New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 0h58 | 8:49 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
641 Keystone Service | 7:58 New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 0h48 | 8:46 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
131 Northeast Regional | 12:52 New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 0h51 | 13:43 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
129 Northeast Regional | 17:05 New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 0h52 | 17:57 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect |
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Trains from New Brunswick, NJ to Philadelphia, PA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 85 km distance in 45m.
Distance 85 km |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 23:57 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Best time to book 28 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 New Brunswick, 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 New Brunswick, NJ to Philadelphia, PA trains use the New Brunswick Station to 30th Street Station station pair. Use this guide to compare New Brunswick, NJ and Philadelphia, PA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
New Brunswick Station is 1 km from New Brunswick city centre. Public transport options include:
New Brunswick Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Old Man Rafferty's, The Frog and The Peach
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at New Brunswick Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at New Brunswick Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at New Brunswick Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at New Brunswick Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Brunswick Station: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include The Heldrich Hotel, Hyatt Regency New Brunswick, Rutgers University Inn.
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.
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