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Compare 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 bus, with an average ticket price of $23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, while a train costs an average of $110.
Distance: 82 miles (132 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$110 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m 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, PA to Clifton, NJ:
A bus is $87 (€71) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to Clifton, NJ costing on average $110 (€90).
Other travel options to Clifton, NJ take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 48m.
You'll arrive about 21m sooner (1h 15m by train vs 1h 36m by car). Tickets start at around $110 (€90) compared to roughly $19 (€16) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak, Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Clifton, NJ
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Clifton, NJ run on average 96 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 96 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 53m.
Distance 82 miles (132 km) |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 96 |
Direct trains 96 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 12:11 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Clifton, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Clifton, NJ 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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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
Most Philadelphia, PA to Clifton, NJ trains use the 30th Street Station to Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Philadelphia, PA and Clifton, NJ train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Philadelphia, PA station do trains to Clifton, NJ leave from?
Getting to 30th Street Station from Philadelphia city centre
30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
30th Street Station train station facilities and services
30th Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.
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