The cheapest and fastest trains from New London, CT to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$88
Average price
$226
Fastest journey
4 h 11 m
Average duration
4 h 16 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
302 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New London, CT 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 New London, CT to Philadelphia, PA will cost around $226 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $88.
Of the 10 trains that leave New London, CT for Philadelphia, PA on Fri, Dec 19, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct trains cover the 302 km distance in an average of 4 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 11 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest trains will take 4 h 22 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.
179 Northeast Regional
177 Northeast Regional
173 Northeast Regional
65 Northeast Regional
137 Northeast Regional
95 Northeast Regional
175 Northeast Regional
173 Northeast Regional
179 Northeast Regional
93 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare train and flight for New London, CT to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New London, CT to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €40, and a flight costs an average of €97.
Distance: 187 miles (302 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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€78 Average price Cheapest | €150 Average price |
4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
New London, CT to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for New London, CT to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
171 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor | 2:47 PM New London Union Station, New London, CT | 6h18 | 9:05 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
171 Northeast Regional | 2:47 PM New London Union Station, New London, CT | 4h28 | 7:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 4:02 PM New London Union Station, New London, CT | 4h22 | 8:24 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 6:13 PM New London Union Station, New London, CT | 4h16 | 10:29 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 8:19 PM New London Union Station, New London, CT | 4h31 | 12:50 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 9:52 PM New London Union Station, New London, CT | 4h15 | 2:07 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, December 19 | |||||
177 Northeast Regional | 12:11 AM New London Union Station, New London, CT | 4h34 | 4:45 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 1:20 AM New London Union Station, New London, CT | 4h31 | 5:51 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
179 Northeast Regional | 2:22 AM New London Union Station, New London, CT | 4h17 | 6:39 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 12:45 PM New London Union Station, New London, CT | 4h11 | 4:56 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New London, CT to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from New London, CT to Philadelphia, PA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 187 miles (302 km) distance in 4h 11m.
Distance 187 miles (302 km) |
Average train duration 4h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€40) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 4h 11m |
First train 00:26 |
Last train 21:47 |
Train companies: Amtrak from New London, CT to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New London, CT and Philadelphia, PA from $50 (€40). 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 New London, CT to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New London, CT 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 New London, CT to Philadelphia, PA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The Water Street Garage is located at 160 Water Street, New London. Monthly parking is available for $71/mth or $56/mth for 3 or more months.
- Captain Scott's Lobster Dock
- Muddy Waters Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Restrooms.
- $0.50
- Holiday Inn New London - Mystic Area
- Thames Inn & Marina
- Red Roof Inn Mystic - New London
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Shore Line East services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Connections to Long Island and Fishers Island
- 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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