The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, DE
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
24 m
Average duration
24 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, DE 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 New Castle, DE will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 1 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for New Castle, DE on Mon, Jun 01, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 01 the direct trains cover the 47 km distance in an average of 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 24 m .
On Mon, Jun 01 the slowest trains will take 24 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.
9:45 AM0h24Philadelphia, PA10:09 AMNew Castle, DE$71One-way0 transfers
9:45 AM0h24Philadelphia, PA10:09 AMNew Castle, DE$71One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, DE
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, DE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 29 miles (47 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44m 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 New Castle, DE:
A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, DE costing on average $13 (€10).
Other travel options to New Castle, DE take longer:
Bus takes on average 53m.
The journey is about 22m faster (22m by train vs 44m by car) and roughly $1 (€0.87) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($7 (€5) vs $8 (€6)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, DE train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, DE trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:45 AM Philadelphia, PA | 0h24 | 10:09 AM New Castle, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, DE
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, DE run on average 34 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 34 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 21m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 34 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 4:20 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, DE trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and New Castle, DE from $7 (€5). 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 New Castle, DE
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, DE 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 New Castle, DE, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to New Castle, DE
- 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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