- Must visit
The Metropolitan Museum Of Art
One of the world's great art museums, spanning ancient to modern collections across a vast Fifth Avenue campus.
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$123
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Trains per day
56
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to New York, NY will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 56 trains that leave Philadelphia International Airport for New York, NY on Thu, Jul 02, 56 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct trains cover the 141 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest trains will take 1 h 17 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.
624 Keystone Service
626 Keystone Service
66 Northeast Regional
110 Northeast Regional
600 Keystone Service
2118 NextGen Acela
2120 NextGen Acela
2124 NextGen Acela
2116 NextGen Acela
2150 AcelaOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia International Airport to New York, NY 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 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a bus costs an average of $16.
Distance: 87 miles (141 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$25 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia International Airport to New York, NY:
A train is $0.06 (€0.05) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Philadelphia International Airport to New York, NY costing on average $25 (€21).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 2m.
The journey is about 4m faster (1h 44m by train vs 1h 48m by car) and roughly $40 (€33) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($25 (€21) vs $65 (€54)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Amtrak, Amtrak.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia International Airport to New York, NY trains for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
112 Northeast Regional | 9:40 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h34 | 11:14 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
644 Keystone Service | 9:45 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h20 | 11:05 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
56 Vermonter | 10:01 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h20 | 11:21 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2154 Acela | 10:13 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h14 | 11:27 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 10:51 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h24 | 12:15 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
646 Keystone Service | 10:55 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h24 | 12:19 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
182 Northeast Regional | 11:34 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h22 | 12:56 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2108 NextGen Acela | 11:44 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h21 | 1:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
648 Keystone Service | 11:55 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h20 | 1:15 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 12:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h42 | 2:14 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
84 Northeast Regional | 1:07 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h27 | 2:34 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2112 Acela | 1:33 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h20 | 2:53 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
650 Keystone Service | 1:40 PM Ardmore station, Ardmore, PA | 2h00 | 3:40 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
134 Northeast Regional | 1:58 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h22 | 3:20 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
650 Keystone Service | 2:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h25 | 3:40 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2158 NextGen Acela | 2:36 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h18 | 3:54 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 3:23 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h27 | 4:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
42 Pennsylvanian | 3:25 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h25 | 4:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2116 NextGen Acela | 3:38 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h17 | 4:55 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 3:59 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h25 | 5:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2160 NextGen Acela | 4:31 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h18 | 5:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
652 Keystone Service | 4:41 PM Ardmore station, Ardmore, PA | 2h13 | 6:54 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
148 Northeast Regional | 4:55 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h32 | 6:27 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
20 Crescent | 4:57 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h45 | 6:42 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2118 NextGen Acela | 5:09 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h15 | 6:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
652 Keystone Service | 5:18 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h36 | 6:54 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 5:26 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h32 | 6:58 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 5:54 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h30 | 7:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2162 NextGen Acela | 6:02 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h18 | 7:20 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
654 Keystone Service | 6:06 PM Ardmore station, Ardmore, PA | 2h06 | 8:12 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2120 NextGen Acela | 6:46 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h17 | 8:03 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
654 Keystone Service | 6:50 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h22 | 8:12 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
136 Northeast Regional | 6:56 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h35 | 8:31 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
656 Keystone Service | 7:12 PM Ardmore station, Ardmore, PA | 1h51 | 9:03 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
656 Keystone Service | 7:40 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h23 | 9:03 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2124 NextGen Acela | 7:53 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h17 | 9:10 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
196 Northeast Regional | 8:05 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h21 | 9:26 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
658 Keystone Service | 8:07 PM Ardmore station, Ardmore, PA | 1h56 | 10:03 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
138 Northeast Regional | 8:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h42 | 10:17 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
658 Keystone Service | 8:42 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h21 | 10:03 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
192 Northeast Regional | 9:12 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h26 | 10:38 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2128 Acela | 9:45 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h18 | 11:03 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
626 Keystone Service | 9:52 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h22 | 11:14 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
90 Palmetto | 9:55 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h28 | 11:23 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
198 Northeast Regional | 11:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h30 | 12:45 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 3:25 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h46 | 5:11 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 5:58 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h28 | 7:26 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2150 Acela | 6:30 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h17 | 7:47 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
640 Keystone Service | 6:31 AM Ardmore station, Ardmore, PA | 2h02 | 8:33 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
110 Northeast Regional | 6:47 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h21 | 8:08 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 6:58 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h29 | 8:27 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
640 Keystone Service | 7:00 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h33 | 8:33 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
640 Keystone Service | 7:08 AM North Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA | 1h25 | 8:33 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2102 NextGen Acela | 7:36 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h18 | 8:54 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
642 Keystone Service | 8:05 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h21 | 9:26 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
130 Northeast Regional | 8:34 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h28 | 10:02 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
600 Keystone Service | 8:46 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h25 | 10:11 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 9:08 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h37 | 10:45 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2104 NextGen Acela | 9:12 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h18 | 10:30 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Philadelphia International Airport to New York, NY run on average 43 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 43 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 87 miles (141 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 87 miles (141 km) |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 43 |
Direct trains 43 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
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One of the world's great art museums, spanning ancient to modern collections across a vast Fifth Avenue campus.
Leading modern and contemporary art museum known for iconic works by Van Gogh, Picasso, Warhol, and many others.
Major natural history museum with dinosaur halls, space exhibits, and family-friendly science collections.
The city's iconic urban park with lakes, paths, lawns, and landmarks spread across the heart of Manhattan.
World-famous entertainment crossroads known for giant screens, nonstop energy, and a classic New York atmosphere.
Elevated linear park built on a former rail line, with gardens, art, and distinctive Hudson-side views.
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A classic New York bagel topped with cream cheese, smoked salmon, capers, and onion. It reflects the city’s Jewish deli and appetizing-store traditions.
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Historic Manhattan steakhouse celebrated for mutton chop, steaks, and a refined classic New York atmosphere.
Legendary casual pizzeria known for classic New York-style slices with a no-frills neighborhood atmosphere.
Well-known spot for bagels, lox, smoked fish, and other Jewish appetizing classics in a polished but traditional setting.
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Most Philadelphia International Airport to New York, NY trains use the 30th Street Station to Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Philadelphia International Airport and New York, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Penn Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: 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
Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00. Information desks are located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
Luggage storage is baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall. .
Available at Penn Station: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Penn Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Penn Station: Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
Nearby hotels include The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea, Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street.
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