The cheapest and fastest trains from New Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£118
Fastest journey
2 h 53 m
Average duration
3 h
Trains per day
30
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 £118 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 30 trains that leave New Haven, CT for Philadelphia, PA every day 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 241 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 4 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.
179 Northeast Regional22:123h27Union Station, New Haven, CT1:3930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£231One-way0 changes
479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 179 Northeast Regional21:314h08New Haven, CT1:3930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£261One-way1 change
55 Vermonter16:313h37Union Station, New Haven, CT20:0830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£331One-way0 changes
93 Northeast Regional11:583h27Union Station, New Haven, CT15:2530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£591One-way0 changes
67 Northeast Regional21:103h41Union Station, New Haven, CT0:5130th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£591One-way0 changes
2167 Acela15:162h53Union Station, New Haven, CT18:0930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£1001One-way0 changes
2165 Acela13:263h00Union Station, New Haven, CT16:2630th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£3491One-way0 changes
2159 NextGen Acela11:113h01Union Station, New Haven, CT14:1230th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£1491One-way0 changes
2151 NextGen Acela7:073h02Union Station, New Haven, CT10:0930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£1001One-way0 changes
2155 NextGen Acela9:143h04Union Station, New Haven, CT12:1830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA£3491One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for New Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA
Omio 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 prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 241 km
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Live departures
New Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for New Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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495 Amtrak Hartford Line · 95 Northeast Regional | 8:19 New Haven, CT | 3h38 | 11:57 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
95 Northeast Regional | 8:43 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h14 | 11:57 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
125 Northeast Regional | 9:03 New Haven, CT | 3h58 | 13:01 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 9:14 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h04 | 12:18 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
125 Northeast Regional | 9:35 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h26 | 13:01 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
471 Valley Flyer · 171 Northeast Regional | 10:16 New Haven, CT | 4h00 | 14:16 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
171 Northeast Regional | 10:38 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h38 | 14:16 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
171 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor | 10:38 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 5h27 | 16:05 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 | 3h01 | 14:12 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2159 NextGen Acela+ 19 Crescent | 11:11 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 4h21 | 15:32 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
93 Northeast Regional | 11:58 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h27 | 15:25 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 | 4h10 | 17:30 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 change | |
2165 Acela | 13:26 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h00 | 16:26 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 14:07 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h23 | 17:30 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 | 3h37 | 20:08 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2171 Acela | 17:24 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h06 | 20:30 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 | |
417 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional | 20:05 New Haven, CT | 4h46 | 0:51 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 | |
67 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 | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
141 Northeast Regional | 5:34 New Haven, CT | 4h12 | 9:46 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
141 Northeast Regional | 6:12 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h34 | 9:46 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
2151 NextGen Acela | 7:07 Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h02 | 10:09 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA
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 £23 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
There are 20 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 13m.
Distance 241 km |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 0:33 |
Last train 22:20 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
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FAQs: New Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA train
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in New Haven, CT and Philadelphia, PA
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.
Which New Haven, CT station do trains to Philadelphia, PA leave from?
Getting to Union Station from New Haven city centre
Union Station is 1 km from New Haven city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Station train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Union League Cafe, Zinc New Haven
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Study at Yale, Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, New Haven Hotel.
New Haven, State St and RR Station train station facilities and services
New Haven, State St and RR Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at New Haven, State St and RR Station.
Which Philadelphia, PA station do trains from New Haven, CT arrive at?
Getting to 30th Street Station from Philadelphia city centre
30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
30th Street Station train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.
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