The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to New York, NY
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£142
Fastest journey
1 h 13 m
Average duration
1 h 16 m
Trains per day
41
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to New York, NY will cost around £142 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 41 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for New York, NY every day 41 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 130 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 18 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.
66 Northeast Regional3:251h4630th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA5:11Penn Station, New York, NY£141One-way0 changes
150 Northeast Regional5:151h2530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA6:40Penn Station, New York, NY£431One-way0 changes
160 Northeast Regional7:141h3130th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA8:45Penn Station, New York, NY£841One-way0 changes
132 Northeast Regional17:041h4330th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA18:47Penn Station, New York, NY£1031One-way0 changes
90 Palmetto21:551h2830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA23:23Penn Station, New York, NY£1031One-way0 changes
2226 NextGen Acela20:551h1330th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA22:08Penn Station, New York, NY£1601One-way0 changes
2256 Acela11:161h1430th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA12:30Penn Station, New York, NY£2391One-way0 changes
2252 NextGen Acela12:371h1530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA13:52Penn Station, New York, NY£2391One-way0 changes
2228 Acela22:471h1830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA0:05Penn Station, New York, NY£1601One-way0 changes
2222 NextGen Acela18:421h1830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA20:00Penn Station, New York, NY£1601One-way0 changes
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Compare train and coach for Philadelphia, PA to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 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 £13, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 130 km
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Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to New York, NY trains for today, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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66 Northeast Regional | 3:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h46 | 5:11 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
150 Northeast Regional | 5:15 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h25 | 6:40 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
144 Northeast Regional | 6:10 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h38 | 7:48 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
160 Northeast Regional | 7:14 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h31 | 8:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
162 Northeast Regional | 8:14 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h31 | 9:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
54 Vermonter | 9:20 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h25 | 10:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
660 Keystone Service | 9:22 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h27 | 10:49 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2248 Acela | 9:33 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h25 | 10:58 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2250 NextGen Acela | 10:23 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h25 | 11:48 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
152 Northeast Regional | 10:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h34 | 11:59 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
662 Keystone Service | 10:29 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h33 | 12:02 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
164 Northeast Regional | 11:05 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h43 | 12:48 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
664 Keystone Service | 11:24 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h25 | 12:49 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
118 Northeast Regional | 12:01 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h28 | 13:29 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
82 Northeast Regional | 12:18 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h28 | 13:46 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2252 NextGen Acela | 12:37 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h15 | 13:52 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 13:20 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h27 | 14:47 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
666 Keystone Service | 13:29 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h30 | 14:59 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2214 NextGen Acela | 13:35 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h21 | 14:56 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
140 Northeast Regional | 14:13 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h38 | 15:51 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
194 Northeast Regional | 15:02 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h34 | 16:36 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
42 Pennsylvanian | 15:24 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h26 | 16:50 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2216 Acela | 15:39 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h15 | 16:54 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
106 Northeast Regional | 15:58 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h29 | 17:27 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
670 Keystone Service | 16:09 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h23 | 17:32 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
20 Crescent | 16:14 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h34 | 17:48 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
156 Northeast Regional | 16:35 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h27 | 18:02 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2218 NextGen Acela | 16:41 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h18 | 17:59 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
168 Northeast Regional | 17:18 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h28 | 18:46 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
126 Northeast Regional | 17:41 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h23 | 19:04 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
146 Northeast Regional | 18:14 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h32 | 19:46 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
672 Keystone Service | 19:09 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h25 | 20:34 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
142 Northeast Regional | 19:23 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h32 | 20:55 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
158 Northeast Regional | 20:10 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h42 | 21:52 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
674 Keystone Service | 21:09 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h25 | 22:34 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
128 Northeast Regional | 23:18 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h26 | 0:44 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to New York, NY
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to New York, NY run on average 41 times per day, taking around 1h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 41 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 130 km distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 130 km |
Average train duration 1h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 41 |
Direct trains 41 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 0:11 |
Last train 23:58 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 4 days |
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FAQs: Philadelphia, PA to New York, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to New York, NY 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 New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Philadelphia, PA and New York, NY
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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