The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£83
Fastest journey
54 m
Average duration
59 m
Trains per day
46
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ 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 Newark, NJ will cost around £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 46 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Newark, NJ every day 45 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 121 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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
150 Northeast Regional
66 Northeast Regional
144 Northeast Regional
660 Keystone Service
2252 Acela
2218 Acela
150 Northeast Regional
160 Northeast Regional
194 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare train and coach for Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ 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 3m. 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 £14.
Distance: 121 km
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Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ trains for today, Saturday 17 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
146 Northeast Regional | 23:19 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h05 | 00:24 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 18 January | |||||
80 Carolinian | 00:04 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h08 | 01:12 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
672 Keystone Service | 00:09 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h03 | 01:12 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
142 Northeast Regional | 00:23 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h10 | 01:33 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
158 Northeast Regional | 01:05 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h21 | 02:26 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
674 Keystone Service | 02:09 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h03 | 03:12 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
90 Palmetto | 02:55 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h08 | 04:03 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
128 Northeast Regional | 04:18 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h08 | 05:26 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 08:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h20 | 09:45 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
150 Northeast Regional | 10:15 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h59 | 11:14 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
150 Northeast Regional | 10:15 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h05 | 11:20 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
144 Northeast Regional | 11:10 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h15 | 12:25 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
160 Northeast Regional | 12:19 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h07 | 13:26 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
160 Northeast Regional | 12:19 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h02 | 13:21 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
162 Northeast Regional | 13:20 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h05 | 14:25 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
98 Silver Meteor | 14:13 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h05 | 15:18 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
54 Vermonter | 14:20 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h05 | 15:25 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
660 Keystone Service | 14:22 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h09 | 15:31 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
660 Keystone Service | 14:22 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h03 | 15:25 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
152 Northeast Regional | 15:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h12 | 16:37 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
662 Keystone Service | 15:29 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h14 | 16:43 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
164 Northeast Regional | 16:05 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h23 | 17:28 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
164 Northeast Regional | 16:05 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h17 | 17:22 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
664 Keystone Service | 16:24 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h06 | 17:30 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
118 Northeast Regional | 17:00 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h09 | 18:09 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
82 Northeast Regional | 17:18 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h08 | 18:26 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
82 Northeast Regional | 17:18 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h03 | 18:21 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2252 Acela | 17:39 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h54 | 18:33 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 18:20 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h07 | 19:27 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 18:20 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h02 | 19:22 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
666 Keystone Service | 18:29 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h09 | 19:38 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
140 Northeast Regional | 19:18 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h03 | 20:21 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
140 Northeast Regional | 19:18 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h08 | 20:26 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
194 Northeast Regional | 20:05 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h08 | 21:13 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
194 Northeast Regional | 20:05 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h02 | 21:07 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
42 Pennsylvanian · 156 Northeast Regional | 20:24 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h14 | 22:38 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1 change | |
42 Pennsylvanian | 20:24 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h06 | 21:30 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
106 Northeast Regional | 20:58 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h10 | 22:08 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
106 Northeast Regional | 20:58 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h03 | 22:01 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
670 Keystone Service | 21:09 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h03 | 22:12 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
20 Crescent | 21:14 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h09 | 22:23 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
156 Northeast Regional | 21:35 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h03 | 22:38 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
156 Northeast Regional | 21:35 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h09 | 22:44 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2218 Acela | 21:38 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h56 | 22:34 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
168 Northeast Regional | 22:18 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h03 | 23:21 Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
168 Northeast Regional | 22:18 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h08 | 23:26 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ run on average 51 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 51 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 121 km distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 121 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 51 |
Direct trains 51 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 00:11 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Newark, NJ 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 Newark, NJ train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ 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 Newark, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Philadelphia, PA and Newark, NJ
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Market Street and Raymond Boulevard.
- Forno's of Spain
- Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station
- Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown
- Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Newark Light Rail connections
- Hall 3: PATH connections
- NJ Transit: Lines Northeast Corridor, North Jersey Coast Line, Raritan Valley Line
- Newark Light Rail
- PATH: Newark-WTC line
- Bus: Several NJ Transit bus lines available
- 24/7 Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available at the airport with various options for short-term and long-term stays.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free for passengers
- Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott
- Hilton Newark Airport
- Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is part of the Newark Liberty International Airport complex, connected by AirTrain to terminals and parking.
- AirTrain: Connects to airport terminals
- NJ Transit: Services to New York Penn Station and Newark Penn Station
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional services
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