The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Stamford, CT
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£123
Fastest journey
2 h 6 m
Average duration
2 h 12 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
184 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Stamford, CT 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 Stamford, CT will cost around £123 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
Of the 21 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Stamford, CT every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 184 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 17 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.
654 Keystone Service · 136 Northeast Regional18:492h5430th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA21:43Stamford Station, Stamford, CT£371One-way1 change
136 Northeast Regional19:012h4230th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA21:43Stamford Station, Stamford, CT£681One-way0 changes
148 Northeast Regional16:552h4030th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA19:35Stamford Station, Stamford, CT£681One-way0 changes
66 Northeast Regional3:253h0830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA6:33Stamford Station, Stamford, CT£931One-way0 changes
176 Northeast Regional17:262h3730th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA20:03Stamford Station, Stamford, CT£931One-way0 changes
2162 Acela11:092h0630th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA13:15Stamford Station, Stamford, CT£2081One-way0 changes
2150 Acela6:372h0830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA8:45Stamford Station, Stamford, CT£2081One-way0 changes
56 Vermonter10:012h1530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA12:16Stamford Station, Stamford, CT£1801One-way0 changes
2172 NextGen Acela17:392h1530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA19:54Stamford Station, Stamford, CT£1151One-way0 changes
2170 NextGen Acela16:312h1730th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA18:48Stamford Station, Stamford, CT£2601One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Stamford, CT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Stamford, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £95.
Distance: 184 km
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£47 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest | £460 Average Price |
2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 24m Average total duration 9h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Stamford, CT train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Stamford, CT trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
66 Northeast Regional | 3:25 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 3h08 | 6:33 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 5:58 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h33 | 8:31 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
2150 Acela | 6:37 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h08 | 8:45 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
130 Northeast Regional · 56 Vermonter | 8:34 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 3h42 | 12:16 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 1 change | |
172 Northeast Regional | 9:08 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h38 | 11:46 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
56 Vermonter | 10:01 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h15 | 12:16 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 10:51 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h35 | 13:26 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
2162 Acela | 11:09 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h06 | 13:15 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 12:32 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h43 | 15:15 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
134 Northeast Regional · 184 Northeast Regional | 13:58 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 4h03 | 18:01 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 1 change | |
650 Keystone Service · 184 Northeast Regional | 14:14 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 3h47 | 18:01 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 1 change | |
184 Northeast Regional | 15:23 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h38 | 18:01 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 15:59 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h29 | 18:28 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
2170 NextGen Acela | 16:31 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h17 | 18:48 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
148 Northeast Regional | 16:55 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h40 | 19:35 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
652 Keystone Service · 178 Northeast Regional | 17:17 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 3h26 | 20:43 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 1 change | |
176 Northeast Regional | 17:26 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h37 | 20:03 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
2172 NextGen Acela | 17:39 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h15 | 19:54 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 17:59 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h44 | 20:43 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
654 Keystone Service · 136 Northeast Regional | 18:49 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h54 | 21:43 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 1 change | |
136 Northeast Regional | 19:01 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h42 | 21:43 Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Stamford, CT
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Stamford, CT run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 184 km distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 184 km |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 0:33 |
Last train 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Stamford, CT trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Stamford, CT from £20. 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 Stamford, CT train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Stamford, CT 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 Stamford, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Philadelphia, PA and Stamford, CT
- 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
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available from Washington Blvd.
- Colony Grill
- Barcelona Wine Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Stamford Marriott Hotel & Spa
- The Lloyd Stamford, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
- Sheraton Stamford Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for Metro-North Railroad
- Hall 2: platforms 4-5 for Amtrak services
- Metro-North Railroad: New Haven Line
- Bus: CT Transit Stamford
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