The cheapest and fastest trains from Fort Lee, NJ to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
142 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fort Lee, NJ to Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fort Lee, NJ to Philadelphia, PA will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 2 trains that leave Fort Lee, NJ for Philadelphia, PA on Tue, May 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 19 the direct trains cover the 142 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Tue, May 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 40 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.
3:05 AM1h40Fort Lee, NJ4:45 AMPhiladelphia, PA$121One-way0 transfers
4:20 AM1h25Fort Lee, NJ5:45 AMPhiladelphia, PA$191One-way0 transfers
4:20 AM1h25Fort Lee, NJ5:45 AMPhiladelphia, PA$191One-way0 transfers
3:05 AM1h40Fort Lee, NJ4:45 AMPhiladelphia, PA$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Fort Lee, NJ to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Fort Lee, NJ to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a bus costs an average of $17.
Distance: 88 miles (142 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fort Lee, NJ to Philadelphia, PA:
A train is $3 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Fort Lee, NJ to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $22 (€18).
Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 23m.
The journey is about 7m faster (1h 34m by train vs 1h 41m by car) and roughly $1 (€1) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($19 (€15) vs $20 (€16)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Fort Lee, NJ to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Fort Lee, NJ to Philadelphia, PA trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:05 AM Fort Lee, NJ | 1h40 | 4:45 AM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:20 AM Fort Lee, NJ | 1h25 | 5:45 AM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fort Lee, NJ to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Fort Lee, NJ to Philadelphia, PA run on average 59 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 48 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 88 miles (142 km) distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 88 miles (142 km) |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 59 |
Direct trains 48 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fort Lee, NJ to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fort Lee, NJ and Philadelphia, PA from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Fort Lee, NJ to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fort Lee, NJ to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Fort Lee, NJ to Philadelphia, PA
- 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
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