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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Penn Station, New York, NY to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$103
Fastest journey
1 h 7 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Trains per day
46
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penn Station, New York, NY to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penn Station, New York, NY to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA will cost around $103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 46 trains that leave Penn Station, New York, NY for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA on Fri, Jan 16, 46 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 16 the direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
On Fri, Jan 16 the slowest trains will take 1 h 10 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.
111 Northeast Regional179 Northeast Regional181 Northeast Regional607 Keystone Service113 Northeast Regional
2117 Acela2167 Acela2109 Acela2153 Acela2159 Acela
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Penn Station, New York, NY to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penn Station, New York, NY to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 83 miles (134 km)
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1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Penn Station, New York, NY to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Penn Station, New York, NY to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Thursday, January 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 179 Northeast Regional | 5:11 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h28 | 6:39 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 111 Northeast Regional | 9:50 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h32 | 11:22 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 181 Northeast Regional | 10:45 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h23 | 12:08 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 607 Keystone Service | 10:51 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h27 | 12:18 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 89 Palmetto | 11:02 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h24 | 12:26 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 113 Northeast Regional | 11:30 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h29 | 12:59 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 79 Carolinian | 12:04 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h45 | 1:49 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 641 Keystone Service | 12:17 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h30 | 1:47 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 183 Northeast Regional | 12:25 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h32 | 1:57 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2109 Acela | 1:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h10 | 2:10 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 141 Northeast Regional | 1:23 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h24 | 2:47 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 185 Northeast Regional | 2:25 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h27 | 3:52 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 643 Keystone Service | 2:30 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h21 | 3:51 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2153 Acela | 3:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h10 | 4:10 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 95 Northeast Regional | 3:35 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h21 | 4:56 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 43 Pennsylvanian | 3:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h24 | 5:16 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 119 Northeast Regional | 4:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h29 | 5:31 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 125 Northeast Regional | 4:35 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h25 | 6:00 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2117 Acela | 5:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h07 | 6:07 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 645 Keystone Service | 5:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h21 | 6:26 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 131 Northeast Regional | 5:10 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h33 | 6:43 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 171 Northeast Regional | 5:40 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h35 | 7:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 609 Keystone Service | 5:54 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h26 | 7:20 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2159 Acela | 6:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h10 | 7:12 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 19 Crescent | 7:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h31 | 8:31 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 93 Northeast Regional | 7:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h22 | 8:24 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 647 Keystone Service | 7:11 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h23 | 8:34 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 97 Silver Meteor | 7:30 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h35 | 9:05 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 649 Keystone Service | 7:44 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h29 | 9:13 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 85 Northeast Regional | 8:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h27 | 9:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 651 Keystone Service | 9:03 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h21 | 10:24 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 173 Northeast Regional | 9:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h24 | 10:29 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 129 Northeast Regional | 9:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h33 | 10:57 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2167 Acela | 10:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h07 | 11:07 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 193 Northeast Regional | 10:27 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h21 | 11:48 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 197 Northeast Regional | 11:06 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h20 | 12:26 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 137 Northeast Regional | 11:25 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h25 | 12:50 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 655 Keystone Service | 11:35 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h26 | 1:01 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 55 Vermonter | 11:45 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h22 | 1:07 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penn Station, New York, NY to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
USAUSATrain Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Penn Station, New York, NY to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA start from as low as $12 (€10) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $30 (€24) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 44 daily trains from Penn Station, New York, NY to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA with 44 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 1h 19m but the average duration is 1h 17m
Train Operators
- Travel from Penn Station, New York, NY to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA with Amtrak and Amtrak Acela
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Amtrak.
- High-speed trains are available.
Stations & Schedule
- First train typically departs at 04:11 AM and the last at 11:53 PM
Distance 83 miles (134 km) |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 44 |
Direct trains 44 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 04:11 |
Last train 23:53 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Penn Station, New York, NY to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Penn Station, New York, NY and 30th Street Station, 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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Traveling by train from Penn Station, NY to 30th Street Station, PA
The train connection between Penn Station in New York and 30th Street Station in Philadelphia is a convenient option for travelers looking to explore the vibrant culture of both cities. Amtrak provides reliable service on this route, ensuring a comfortable journey with scenic views along the way. With frequent departures throughout the day, passengers can easily plan their trips and enjoy seamless travel between these two iconic destinations.
Train Connection: Penn Station, NY to 30th Street Station, PA
The train connection between Penn Station in New York and 30th Street Station in Pennsylvania is direct and takes approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes. There are a total of 12 connections available each day.
Train Connection: Penn Station, NY to 30th Street Station, PA
The first daily journey departs from Penn Station at 08:20 AM, providing an early start for travelers heading to Philadelphia. The last train of the day leaves at 11:40 PM, allowing late-night arrivals into the city.
Train Tickets Price for Penn Station, NY to 30th Street Station, PA
The cheapest ticket price for the train connection between Penn Station and 30th Street Station is $11 (10€). The average ticket price typically hovers around $49 (44.1€), making it a budget-friendly option for travelers looking to explore this route.
Exploring Philadelphia: A Journey Through History and Culture
Welcome to 30th Street Station, a stunning example of Beaux-Arts architecture that opened in 1933 and has since become one of the busiest train stations in the country. Its significance lies not only in its role as a transportation hub but also as an iconic symbol of Philadelphia's rich history and vibrant culture. As you explore, be sure to admire the grand waiting room with its soaring ceilings and intricate murals that tell stories of Pennsylvania’s past.
Next on our journey is the University of Pennsylvania, founded by Benjamin Franklin in 1740, making it one of America’s oldest institutions for higher education. This prestigious university is significant for its innovative approach to learning and research, producing numerous influential leaders across various fields. Don’t miss visiting Locust Walk—a lively thoroughfare filled with students—and take note of the beautiful Gothic Revival architecture that adorns many campus buildings.
Finally, we arrive at the Philadelphia Museum of Art—home to an impressive collection spanning over 2,000 years! Opened in 1928, this museum holds great significance as both a cultural landmark and an artistic treasure trove featuring works from renowned artists like Van Gogh and Duchamp. Make sure you climb those famous steps made popular by Rocky; they offer not just exercise but breathtaking views overlooking Fairmount Park!
FAQs: Trains from Penn Station, New York, NY to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penn Station, New York, NY to 30th Street Station, 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 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Penn Station, New York, NY to 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA
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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibility
WCHotel
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket Office
Bike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts- 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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