Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ train with Amtrak

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ

Showing times and prices for 17 Jun

Cheapest price

£14

Average price

£91

Fastest journey

57 m

Average duration

57 m

Trains per day

58

Distance

121 km

Cheap tickets

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 £91 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.

Fast trains

Of the 58 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Newark, NJ every day 58 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 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .

The slowest trains will take 58 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.

Amtrak658 Keystone Service
21:031h05
30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
22:08Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
£141One-way
0 changes
Amtrak652 Keystone Service
17:151h16
30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
18:31Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
£171One-way
0 changes
Amtrak138 Northeast Regional
20:351h23
30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
21:58Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
£221One-way
0 changes
Amtrak192 Northeast Regional
21:121h06
30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
22:18Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
£221One-way
0 changes
Amtrak186 Northeast Regional
22:291h07
30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
23:36Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
£221One-way
0 changes

Travel 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 coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.

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£20

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£18

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Cheapest

1h 37m

average duration

Fastest

1h 7m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 37m

average duration

2h 7m

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30m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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Lowest

0.1 - 0.3kg

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Live departures

Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ train times

Showing trains for today, Monday 16 June
Last updated at 21:49
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
amtrak178 Northeast Regional21:58 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h05
23:03 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak178 Northeast Regional21:58 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
0h59
22:57 Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak654 Keystone Service22:43 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h03
23:46 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak136 Northeast Regional22:58 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h07
00:05 Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak136 Northeast Regional22:58 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h13
00:11 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2122 Acela23:01 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h01
00:02 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak656 Keystone Service23:47 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h02
00:49 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
Tuesday 17 June
amtrak_acela2124 Acela00:01 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h00
01:01 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak196 Northeast Regional00:03 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h01
01:04 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak138 Northeast Regional00:35 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h23
01:58 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak658 Keystone Service01:03 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h05
02:08 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak192 Northeast Regional01:12 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h06
02:18 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak90 Palmetto01:53 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h12
03:05 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak186 Northeast Regional02:29 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h07
03:36 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak66 Northeast Regional04:33 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h20
05:53 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak190 Northeast Regional09:52 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h08
11:00 Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak190 Northeast Regional09:52 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h13
11:05 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2150 Acela10:33 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
0h57
11:30 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak110 Northeast Regional10:45 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h03
11:48 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak110 Northeast Regional10:45 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
0h57
11:42 Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak170 Northeast Regional10:54 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h12
12:06 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2152 Acela11:29 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
0h59
12:28 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak130 Northeast Regional12:24 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h17
13:41 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2154 Acela12:29 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
0h57
13:26 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak600 Keystone Service12:46 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h00
13:46 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak172 Northeast Regional13:04 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h19
14:23 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak172 Northeast Regional13:04 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h13
14:17 Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak112 Northeast Regional13:36 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h19
14:55 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak644 Keystone Service13:46 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h02
14:48 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak56 Vermonter13:57 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h04
15:01 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak86 Northeast Regional14:51 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h03
15:54 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2162 Acela15:02 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h03
16:05 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak646 Keystone Service15:10 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h09
16:19 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak182 Northeast Regional15:30 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h02
16:32 Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak182 Northeast Regional15:30 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h08
16:38 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak648 Keystone Service15:50 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h07
16:57 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2108 Acela16:04 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
0h59
17:03 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak114 Northeast Regional16:14 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h11
17:25 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak174 Northeast Regional16:35 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h19
17:54 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak174 Northeast Regional16:35 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h14
17:49 Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak84 Northeast Regional17:08 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h12
18:20 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak84 Northeast Regional17:08 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h05
18:13 Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak134 Northeast Regional17:54 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h07
19:01 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak650 Keystone Service18:09 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h11
19:20 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2166 Acela18:29 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
0h59
19:28 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak184 Northeast Regional19:15 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h12
20:27 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2168 Acela19:27 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
0h58
20:25 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak42 Pennsylvanian19:29 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h05
20:34 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak94 Northeast Regional19:55 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h02
20:57 Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak94 Northeast Regional19:55 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h08
21:03 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2170 Acela20:31 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
0h58
21:29 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak148 Northeast Regional20:53 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h13
22:06 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak148 Northeast Regional20:53 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h06
21:59 Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak20 Crescent20:57 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h20
22:17 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak652 Keystone Service21:15 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h16
22:31 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2172 Acela21:28 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
0h59
22:27 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak176 Northeast Regional21:31 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h02
22:33 Newark Airport Amtrak, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect
amtrak176 Northeast Regional21:31 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
1h09
22:40 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ0 changesdirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ?

The best time to book your train from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ

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Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ run on average 50 times per day, taking around 1h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
121 km
Average train duration
1h 7m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
50
Direct trains
50
Fastest train
59m
First train
05:33
Last train
22:18
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Amtrak and Amtrak Acela trains Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ

Amtrak and Amtrak Acela trains will get you to Newark, NJ from Philadelphia, PA from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Amtrak is the main train provider in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next train journey to Newark, NJ from Philadelphia, PA.

Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ train information:

  • Average Duration: 55 min
  • Cheapest Price: £10
  • Amtrak frequency: 17 a day

FAQs: Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ train

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Important Stations and Airports in Philadelphia, PA and Newark, NJ

Philadelphia
Newark
The major train station for departures in Philadelphia is 30th Street Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at 30th Street Station for your trip from Philadelphia to Newark.
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
16
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
Dining
Dining
  • Bridgewater's Pub
  • The Porch at 30th Street Station
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • $1
Hotel
Hotel
  • The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
  • Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
  • The Study at University City
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Enterprise
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
  • Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
  • Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
Public transport options for 30th Street Station
  • SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
  • Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
  • Bus: Several lines available
The major train station for arrivals in Newark is Newark Penn Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Newark Penn Station for your journey to Newark from Philadelphia.
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
8
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Market Street and Raymond Boulevard.
Dining
Dining
  • Forno's of Spain
  • Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • $0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station
  • Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown
  • Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Budget
  • Enterprise
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
  • Hall 2: Newark Light Rail connections
  • Hall 3: PATH connections
Public transport options for Newark Penn Station
  • 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
Newark Airport AmtrakWifiParkingTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 24/7 Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
3
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available at the airport with various options for short-term and long-term stays.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • Free for passengers
Hotel
Hotel
  • Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott
  • Hilton Newark Airport
  • Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • The station is part of the Newark Liberty International Airport complex, connected by AirTrain to terminals and parking.
Public transport options for Newark Airport Amtrak
  • 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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