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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 29 Aug
£23
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£114
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
3 h
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
3 h 5 m
Trains on 29 Aug
27
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Haven, CT 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 Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA will cost around £114 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
On Sat 29 Aug, we found 27 trains from New Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA, including 20 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 241 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 17 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.
169 Northeast Regional
147 Northeast Regional
99 Northeast Regional · 19 Crescent
147 Northeast Regional
87 Northeast Regional
2259 NextGen Acela
2267 Acela
2255 NextGen Acela
2265 NextGen Acela
2271 AcelaOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 9m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, while a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 241 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£49 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for New Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
471 Valley Flyer · 171 Northeast Regional | 10:16 New Haven, CT | 3h59 | 14:15 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
171 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor | 10:38 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 5h27 | 16:05 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
171 Northeast Regional | 10:38 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h37 | 14:15 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2159 NextGen Acela+ 19 Crescent | 11:11 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 4h20 | 15:31 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
2159 NextGen Acela+ 97 Silver Meteor | 11:11 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 4h54 | 16:05 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
2159 NextGen Acela | 11:11 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h00 | 14:11 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 11:58 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h26 | 15:24 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 12:42 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h46 | 16:28 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
473 Amtrak Hartford Line · 173 Northeast Regional | 13:20 New Haven, CT | 4h09 | 17:29 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
2165 NextGen Acela | 13:26 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h59 | 16:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 14:07 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h22 | 17:29 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2167 Acela | 15:16 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h53 | 18:09 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 16:21 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h31 | 19:52 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
55 Vermonter | 16:31 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h36 | 20:07 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2171 Acela | 17:24 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h05 | 20:29 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 17:55 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h24 | 21:19 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
417 Amtrak Hartford Line · 177 Northeast Regional | 20:05 New Haven, CT | 3h40 | 23:45 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
177 Northeast Regional | 20:13 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h32 | 23:45 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
65 Northeast Regional | 21:10 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h41 | 0:51 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 179 Northeast Regional | 21:31 New Haven, CT | 4h08 | 1:39 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
179 Northeast Regional | 22:12 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h27 | 1:39 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
143 Northeast Regional | 7:05 New Haven, CT | 4h12 | 11:17 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
143 Northeast Regional | 7:35 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h42 | 11:17 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
195 Northeast Regional | 9:06 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h20 | 12:26 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
195 Northeast Regional · 147 Northeast Regional | 9:06 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 5h13 | 14:19 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
2255 NextGen Acela | 9:31 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h03 | 12:34 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
147 Northeast Regional | 9:50 New Haven, CT | 4h29 | 14:19 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from New Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA run on average 28 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 19 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 241 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 241 km |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 19 |
Fastest train 3h 25m |
First train 0:33 |
Last train 22:20 |
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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 Haven, CT 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 Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA trains use the Union Station to 30th Street Station station pair. Use this guide to compare New Haven, CT and Philadelphia, PA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Union Station is 1 km from New Haven city centre. Public transport options include:
Union 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, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Union League Cafe, Zinc New Haven
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include The Study at Yale, Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, New Haven Hotel.
New Haven, State St and RR Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Haven, State St and RR Station.
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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