Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Philadelphia, PA to New York City
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to New York City among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, and a bus costs an average of $15.
Distance: 80 miles (130 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price |
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to New York City:
A train is $1 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Philadelphia, PA to New York City costing on average $16.
Other travel options to New York City take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 1m.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to New York City
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to New York City run on average 86 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 if you book in advance.
There are 86 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:52, the last at 09:58. The fastest train covers the 80 miles (130 km) distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 80 miles (130 km) |
Average train duration 1h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 |
Trains per day 86 |
Direct trains 86 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 1:52 AM |
Last train 9:58 AM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to New York City trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and New York City from $13. 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 York City
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to New York City 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 York City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to New York City
Most Philadelphia, PA to New York City trains use the 30th Street Station to Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Philadelphia, PA and New York City 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 New York City 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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