The cheapest and fastest trains from Garden City, NY to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
1 h 28 m
Average duration
1 h 28 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
156 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Garden City, NY 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 Garden City, NY 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 Garden City, NY for Philadelphia, PA on Thu, Nov 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 27 the direct trains cover the 156 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Garden City, NY to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Garden City, NY to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €188.
Distance: 96 miles (156 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€13 Average price Cheapest | €188 Average price | €23 Average price |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 55m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Garden City, NY to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Garden City, NY to Philadelphia, PA trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:11 AM Garden City, NY | 1h28 | 5:39 AM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Garden City, NY to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Garden City, NY to Philadelphia, PA run on average 55 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 55 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:25, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 96 miles (156 km) distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 96 miles (156 km) |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 55 |
Direct trains 55 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 03:25 |
Last train 23:11 |
Train companies: Long Island Rail Road from Garden City, NY to Philadelphia, PA trainsLong Island Rail Road trains will get you between Garden City, NY 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 Garden City, NY to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Garden City, NY 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 Garden City, NY 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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