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Compare bus and train for Philadelphia, PA to Inwood, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Inwood, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a bus costs an average of $20.
Distance: 87 miles (141 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$25 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m 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 Inwood, NY:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Philadelphia, PA to Inwood, NY costing on average $27 (€22).
Other travel options to Inwood, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 40m.
You'll arrive about 41m sooner (1h 26m by train vs 2h 7m by car). Tickets start at around $25 (€20) compared to roughly $21 (€17) 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.
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.
Compare prices and tickets Philadelphia, PA to Inwood, NY by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Inwood, NY
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Inwood, NY run on average 48 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 48 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 87 miles (141 km) distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 87 miles (141 km) |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Trains per day 48 |
Direct trains 48 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 12:11 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Inwood, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Inwood, NY from $19 (€16). 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 Inwood, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Inwood, NY 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 Inwood, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Inwood, NY
- 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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