The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Clifton, NJ
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$138
Fastest journey
54 m
Average duration
56 m
Trains per day
82
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Clifton, NJ 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 Clifton, NJ will cost around $138 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 82 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Clifton, NJ on Fri, Feb 06, 82 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 06 the direct trains cover the 132 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .
On Fri, Feb 06 the slowest trains will take 58 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 Regional
66 Northeast Regional
658 Keystone Service
658 Keystone Service
626 Keystone Service
2168 Acela
2104 Acela
2166 Acela
2124 Acela
2122 AcelaTravel Information
Compare bus and train for Philadelphia, PA to Clifton, NJ
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Clifton, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, and a bus costs an average of €13.
Distance: 82 miles (132 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€12 Average price Cheapest | €17 Average price |
1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Clifton, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Clifton, NJ trains for tomorrow, Friday, February 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
66 Northeast Regional | 8:25 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h20 | 9:45 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 8:25 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h46 | 10:11 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 10:58 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h28 | 12:26 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 10:58 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h02 | 12:00 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
190 Northeast Regional | 10:58 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h07 | 12:05 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Clifton, NJ
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Clifton, NJ run on average 93 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 93 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 82 miles (132 km) distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 82 miles (132 km) |
Average train duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Trains per day 93 |
Direct trains 93 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 00:11 |
Last train 23:58 |
FAQs: Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Clifton, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Clifton, NJ 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 Clifton, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Clifton, NJ
- 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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