The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Bridgeport, CT
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$142
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 59 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Bridgeport, CT is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Bridgeport, CT will cost around $142 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 17 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Bridgeport, CT on Sun, Jun 21, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 5 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.
66 Northeast Regional3:25 AM3h3930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA7:04 AMBridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT$541One-way0 transfers
160 Northeast Regional7:14 AM3h0930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA10:23 AMBridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT$741One-way0 transfers
150 Northeast Regional5:15 AM3h0230th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA8:17 AMBridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT$741One-way0 transfers
162 Northeast Regional8:20 AM2h5530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:15 AMBridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT$1021One-way0 transfers
96 Northeast Regional3:17 PM2h5630th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA6:13 PMBridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT$1361One-way0 transfers
88 Northeast Regional1:20 PM2h5530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA4:15 PMBridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT$1701One-way0 transfers
162 Northeast Regional8:20 AM2h5530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:15 AMBridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT$1021One-way0 transfers
96 Northeast Regional3:17 PM2h5630th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA6:13 PMBridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT$1361One-way0 transfers
150 Northeast Regional5:15 AM3h0230th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA8:17 AMBridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT$741One-way0 transfers
166 Northeast Regional7:19 PM3h0530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA10:24 PMBridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT$1361One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Bridgeport, CT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Bridgeport, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a flight costs an average of $386.
Distance: 132 miles (214 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$70 Average price | $56 Average price Cheapest | $509 Average price | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 28m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to Bridgeport, CT:
A bus is $13 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to Bridgeport, CT costing on average $70 (€57).
A bus is $453 (€371) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Bridgeport, CT costing on average $509 (€417).
Other travel options to Bridgeport, CT take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 55m.
Flight takes on average 6h 28m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Bridgeport, CT train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Bridgeport, CT trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
42 Pennsylvanian · 168 Northeast Regional | 3:25 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 4h50 | 8:15 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1 transfer | |
168 Northeast Regional | 5:18 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h57 | 8:15 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
66 Northeast Regional | 3:25 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 3h39 | 7:04 AM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
150 Northeast Regional | 5:15 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 3h02 | 8:17 AM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
160 Northeast Regional | 7:14 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 3h09 | 10:23 AM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
162 Northeast Regional | 8:20 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h55 | 11:15 AM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
98 Silver Meteor · 164 Northeast Regional | 9:13 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h02 | 2:15 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1 transfer | |
54 Vermonter | 9:20 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 3h29 | 12:49 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
660 Keystone Service · 164 Northeast Regional | 9:23 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 4h52 | 2:15 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1 transfer | |
660 Keystone Service · 54 Vermonter | 9:23 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 3h26 | 12:49 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1 transfer | |
164 Northeast Regional | 11:05 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 3h10 | 2:15 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
154 Northeast Regional | 12:18 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 3h05 | 3:23 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 1:20 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h55 | 4:15 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
666 Keystone Service · 140 Northeast Regional | 1:30 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 4h15 | 5:45 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1 transfer | |
140 Northeast Regional | 2:18 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 3h27 | 5:45 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
96 Northeast Regional | 3:17 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h56 | 6:13 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Bridgeport, CT
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Bridgeport, CT run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (214 km) distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 132 miles (214 km) |
Average train duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 10:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Bridgeport, CT trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Bridgeport, CT from $31 (€25). 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 Philadelphia, PA to Bridgeport, CT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Bridgeport, CT 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 Bridgeport, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Bridgeport, CT
- 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
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 7 days a week with access from Water Street
- Ralph 'n' Rich's
- Boca Oyster Bar
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- $0.50
- Holiday Inn Bridgeport-Trumbull-Fairfield
- Hampton Inn by Hilton Shelton
- Quality Suites
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main concourse with access to platforms and ticketing services.
- Bus: Greater Bridgeport Transit (GBT) buses available
- Ferry: Bridgeport & Port Jefferson Ferry nearby
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