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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Philadelphia, NY
Cheapest price
$184
Average price
$184
Fastest journey
9 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h 45 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Philadelphia, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Philadelphia, NY will cost around $184 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $184.
Of the 1 trains that leave New York, NY for Philadelphia, NY 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 407 km distance in an average of 9 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 45 m .
On Fri, Apr 03 the slowest trains will take 9 h 45 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.
12:15 PM9h45New York, NY10:00 PMPhiladelphia, NY$1841One-way0 transfers
- 12:15 PM9h45New York, NY10:00 PMPhiladelphia, NY$1841One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for New York, NY to Philadelphia, NY
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Philadelphia, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $96. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $96, and a flight costs an average of $68.
Distance: 252 miles (407 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
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$124 Average price Cheapest | $169 Average price | $124 Average price |
10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 21m Average total duration 7h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
New York, NY to Philadelphia, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Philadelphia, NY 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 |
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| 12:15 PM New York, NY | 9h45 | 10:00 PM Philadelphia, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to Philadelphia, NY
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Trains from New York, NY to Philadelphia, NY run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $96 (€78) but you can travel from only $68 (€55) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:40, the last at 07:50. The fastest train covers the 252 miles (407 km) distance in 9h 45m.
Distance 252 miles (407 km) |
Average train duration 9h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $96 (€78) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 9h 45m |
First train 6:40 AM |
Last train 7:50 AM |
FAQs: Trains from New York, NY to Philadelphia, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Philadelphia, NY 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, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from New York, NY to Philadelphia, NY
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Ticket Office
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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