The cheapest and fastest trains from Fort Lee, NJ to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
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 $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 1 trains that leave Fort Lee, NJ for Philadelphia, PA on Fri, Apr 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Apr 03 the direct trains cover the 142 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
On Fri, Apr 03 the slowest trains will take 1 h 32 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.
9:50 AM1h32Fort Lee, NJ11:22 AMPhiladelphia, PA$191One-way0 transfers
9:50 AM1h32Fort Lee, NJ11:22 AMPhiladelphia, PA$191One-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 $19.
Distance: 88 miles (142 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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 today, Thursday, April 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:51 AM Fort Lee, NJ | 1h27 | 12:18 PM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Fort Lee, NJ to Philadelphia, PA by bus or train
Compare bus and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Apr 03
Apr 04
Apr 05
Apr 06
Apr 07
Apr 08
Apr 09
Journey information
Overview: Train from Fort Lee, NJ to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Fort Lee, NJ to Philadelphia, PA run on average 61 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 49 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 61 |
Direct trains 49 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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.
Amtrak
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
More options for your journey from Fort Lee, NJ to Philadelphia, PA
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

