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Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Center
Interactive museum on Niagara’s geology, daredevils, tourism, and park history, with compact exhibits ideal before seeing the falls.
66 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf
86 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service
170 Northeast Regional · 281 Empire Service
642 Keystone Service · 281 Empire Service
642 Keystone Service · 281 Empire Service
86 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service
170 Northeast Regional · 281 Empire Service
66 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple LeafOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Niagara Falls, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £44. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 10h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, and a train costs an average of £60.
Distance: 476 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£99 Average Price | £87 Average Price Cheapest |
11h 32m Average total duration 11h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 29m Average total duration Fastest 10h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Niagara Falls, NY trains for today, Monday 10 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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170 Northeast Regional · 281 Empire Service | 6:58 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 12h47 | 19:45 Niagara Falls Station, Niagara Falls, NY | 1 change | |
642 Keystone Service · 281 Empire Service | 8:05 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 11h40 | 19:45 Niagara Falls Station, Niagara Falls, NY | 1 change | |
86 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service | 10:51 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 11h47 | 22:38 Niagara Falls Station, Niagara Falls, NY | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 11 August | |||||
66 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf | 3:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 13h27 | 16:52 Niagara Falls Station, Niagara Falls, NY | 1 change | |
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Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Niagara Falls, NY run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £44 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 19:04. The fastest train covers the 476 km distance in 11h 15m.
Distance 476 km |
Average train duration 11h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 11h 15m |
First train 0:33 |
Last train 19:04 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Niagara Falls, NY — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Niagara Falls, NY trip today.
Interactive museum on Niagara’s geology, daredevils, tourism, and park history, with compact exhibits ideal before seeing the falls.
Contemporary art venue presenting rotating exhibitions by regional and international artists in a converted industrial-style space.
Hands-on aquarium featuring rescued seals, sea lions, penguins, and river species, with conservation-focused talks and family-friendly exhibits.
The oldest state park in the United States, centred on dramatic falls, walking paths, islands, rapids, and major viewpoints.
Scenic island area in the park with footpaths, rapids, and close-up lookouts over the brink of the American and Horseshoe Falls.
Clifftop walkway with classic views of the American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls, especially appealing at sunrise and after dark illuminations.
Buffalo wings are deep-fried chicken wings tossed in hot sauce and butter. Born nearby in Buffalo, they are the region’s signature bar snack.
Beef on weck is thin-sliced roast beef on a kummelweck roll topped with caraway and coarse salt. It is a classic Western New York sandwich.
Buffalo-style fish fry usually features battered fried haddock or cod with chips and slaw. It is a Friday staple across Western New York.
Classic casual spot known for hearty breakfasts, burgers and comfort food in a friendly diner-style setting near the falls.
Long-running local favourite for Italian-American comfort food, especially pizza and red-sauce classics, in a relaxed setting.
Popular brewery and restaurant serving house beers, pub fare and local favourites in a lively industrial-chic space downtown.
Moderate for a major US tourist area: hotels and attractions lift costs, but casual dining and local transport stay manageable versus larger gateway cities.
Tip 15-20% in restaurants, about 10-15% for taxis, and round up or leave $1 at cafés for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Niagara Falls, 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 Niagara Falls, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Philadelphia, PA to Niagara Falls, NY trains use the 30th Street Station to Niagara Falls Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Philadelphia, PA and Niagara Falls, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.
Niagara Falls Station is 1 km from Niagara Falls city centre. Public transport options include:
Niagara Falls 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, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Rainforest Cafe, Hard Rock Cafe Niagara Falls USA
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Niagara Falls Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Niagara Falls Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Niagara Falls Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Niagara Falls Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Niagara Falls Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Niagara Falls, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Niagara Falls New York, Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino.
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