The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to New York, NY
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£121
Fastest journey
1 h 12 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Trains per day
33
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 £121 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 33 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for New York, NY every day 33 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 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 21 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.
150 Northeast Regional
66 Northeast Regional
144 Northeast Regional
90 Palmetto
624 Keystone Service
2252 Acela
126 Northeast Regional
2220 Acela
644 Keystone Service
648 Keystone ServiceTravel Information
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 train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 54m. 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 train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £10.
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 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
82 Northeast Regional | 17:20 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h34 | 18:54 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2252 Acela | 17:39 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h12 | 18:51 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 18:20 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h27 | 19:47 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
650 Keystone Service | 19:15 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h30 | 20:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
140 Northeast Regional | 19:18 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h33 | 20:51 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
194 Northeast Regional | 20:10 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h33 | 21:43 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
42 Pennsylvanian | 20:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h25 | 21:50 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
20 Crescent | 21:14 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h34 | 22:48 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
106 Northeast Regional | 21:26 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h30 | 22:56 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
156 Northeast Regional | 21:35 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h27 | 23:02 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
168 Northeast Regional | 22:18 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h28 | 23:46 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2220 Acela | 22:40 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h17 | 23:57 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
126 Northeast Regional | 22:48 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h17 | 00:05 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
146 Northeast Regional | 23:19 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h27 | 00:46 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 1 March | |||||
142 Northeast Regional | 00:23 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h31 | 01:54 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
656 Keystone Service | 00:40 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h23 | 02:03 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
158 Northeast Regional | 01:05 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h40 | 02:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
80 Carolinian | 02:24 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h31 | 03:55 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
624 Keystone Service | 02:51 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h24 | 04:15 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
90 Palmetto | 02:55 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h31 | 04:26 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
128 Northeast Regional | 04:08 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h26 | 05:34 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 08:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h46 | 10:11 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
150 Northeast Regional | 10:15 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h25 | 11:40 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
144 Northeast Regional | 11:10 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h38 | 12:48 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
160 Northeast Regional | 12:19 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h26 | 13:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
162 Northeast Regional | 13:20 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h25 | 14:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
54 Vermonter | 14:21 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h24 | 15:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2248 Acela | 14:33 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h25 | 15:58 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
644 Keystone Service | 14:45 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h20 | 16:05 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
152 Northeast Regional | 15:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h34 | 16:59 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
164 Northeast Regional | 16:05 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h43 | 17:48 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
118 Northeast Regional | 17:00 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h30 | 18:30 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
648 Keystone Service | 17:05 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h21 | 18:26 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 42 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 42 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 20m.
Distance 130 km |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 42 |
Direct trains 42 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 00:11 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Philadelphia, PA to New York, NY trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and New York, NY from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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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