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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$137
Fastest journey
42 m
Average duration
44 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
90 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Edison, 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 Edison, NJ will cost around $137 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 26 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Edison, NJ on Thu, Jun 18, 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 18 the direct trains cover the 90 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
On Thu, Jun 18 the slowest trains will take 45 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.
138 Northeast Regional8:35 PM0h5130th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA9:26 PMNew Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ$561One-way0 transfers- 174 Northeast Regional12:32 PM0h5230th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA1:24 PMNew Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ$561One-way0 transfers
- 138 Northeast Regional8:35 PM1h0130th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA9:36 PMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$581One-way0 transfers
- 198 Northeast Regional11:15 PM0h5730th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA12:12 AMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$581One-way0 transfers
- 174 Northeast Regional12:32 PM1h0430th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA1:36 PMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$801One-way0 transfers
2162 Acela11:09 AM0h4230th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:51 AMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$1901One-way0 transfers- 2122 Acela6:31 PM0h4430th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA7:15 PMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$2831One-way0 transfers
- 2104 Acela9:11 AM0h4430th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA9:55 AMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$2831One-way0 transfers
- 652 Keystone Service5:18 PM0h4530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA6:03 PMNew Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ$1271One-way0 transfers
- 2170 NextGen Acela4:31 PM0h4530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA5:16 PMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$1901One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 55 miles (90 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$36 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m 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 Edison, NJ:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ costing on average $36 (€29).
Other travel options to Edison, NJ take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 15m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (54m by train vs 1h 8m by car). Tickets start at around $36 (€29) compared to roughly $19 (€15) 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.
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 170 Northeast Regional | 6:58 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h54 | 7:52 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 130 Northeast Regional | 8:34 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h50 | 9:24 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 172 Northeast Regional | 9:08 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h57 | 10:05 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2104 Acela | 9:11 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h44 | 9:55 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 112 Northeast Regional | 9:40 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h51 | 10:31 AM New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 86 Northeast Regional | 10:51 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h49 | 11:40 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2162 Acela | 11:09 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h42 | 11:51 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 174 Northeast Regional | 12:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h04 | 1:36 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 174 Northeast Regional | 12:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h52 | 1:24 PM New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 84 Northeast Regional | 1:07 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h51 | 1:58 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 134 Northeast Regional | 1:58 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h49 | 2:47 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 184 Northeast Regional | 3:23 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h51 | 4:14 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2170 NextGen Acela | 4:31 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h45 | 5:16 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 148 Northeast Regional | 4:55 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h52 | 5:47 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 20 Crescent | 4:57 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h04 | 6:01 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 652 Keystone Service | 5:18 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h45 | 6:03 PM New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 652 Keystone Service | 5:18 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h58 | 6:16 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 176 Northeast Regional | 5:26 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h52 | 6:18 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2122 Acela | 6:31 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h44 | 7:15 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 654 Keystone Service · 138 Northeast Regional | 6:50 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h36 | 9:26 PM New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ | 1 transfer | |
| 654 Keystone Service · 138 Northeast Regional | 6:50 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 2h46 | 9:36 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 1 transfer | |
| 136 Northeast Regional | 6:56 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h57 | 7:53 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ
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Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ run on average 21 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 21 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 55 miles (90 km) distance in 45m.
Distance 55 miles (90 km) |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 21 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Amtrak, SEPTA from Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ trainsAmtrak, SEPTA trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Edison, 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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Traveling by train from Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ
Traveling between Philadelphia, PA and Edison, NJ is a convenient journey made easy by Amtrak. With frequent departures throughout the day, you can enjoy comfortable seating and scenic views along the way. The train ride typically takes around 1 hour, making it an efficient option for both business travelers and tourists alike. Whether you're heading to explore Philadelphia's rich history or visiting Edison’s charming attractions, Amtrak provides a reliable connection between these two cities.
Train Connection: Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ
The train connection between Philadelphia and Edison takes approximately 45 minutes. There are no direct trains available for this route, with multiple connections per day. Passengers can expect a convenient travel experience as the journey is relatively short and efficient.
Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ
The first daily train journey departs from Philadelphia at 5:11 AM, providing an early start for travelers heading to Edison. The last departure of the day is scheduled for 9:18 PM, allowing visitors ample time to explore and return in the evening.
Train Tickets Price for Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ
The cheapest ticket price for the train connection from Philadelphia to Edison is $11 (10€). The average ticket price typically hovers around $24 (22€), making it a convenient option for travelers looking to explore these two cities.
Exploring the Legacy of Thomas Edison in Menlo Park
Welcome to the Thomas Edison Center at Menlo Park, a site that celebrates the genius of one of America’s most prolific inventors. This historic location was where Edison developed groundbreaking inventions like the phonograph and electric light bulb, forever changing our world. Unique features include interactive exhibits showcasing his innovations and beautiful gardens that provide a serene backdrop for reflection on Edison's remarkable legacy.
Next, we arrive at Roosevelt Park, an oasis in the heart of Edison with rich historical significance as it has served as a gathering place for community events since its establishment. The park is not only home to lush greenery but also offers recreational facilities that cater to families and visitors alike. Its unique charm lies in its picturesque lake and walking paths lined with trees—perfect for leisurely strolls or picnics while soaking up local culture.
Finally, let’s visit the iconic Edison Memorial Tower which stands tall as a tribute to Thomas Edison's contributions to science and technology. Completed in 1938, this striking structure symbolizes innovation; inside you’ll find fascinating displays about Edison's life work alongside stunning views from its observation deck. What makes this landmark truly special is how it encapsulates both history and inspiration—a reminder of what can be achieved through creativity and perseverance.
FAQs: Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Edison, 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 Edison, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Edison, NJ
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information 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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