The cheapest and fastest trains from Somerset, NJ to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
53 m
Average duration
53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Somerset, NJ to Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Somerset, NJ to Philadelphia, PA 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 Somerset, NJ for Philadelphia, PA on Thu, Jan 01, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 01 the direct trains cover the 83 km distance in an average of 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
On Thu, Jan 01 the slowest trains will take 53 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Somerset, NJ to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Somerset, NJ to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, and a bus costs an average of €16.
Distance: 51 miles (83 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €17 Average price |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Why should you book Somerset to Philadelphia trains with Omio?
Amtrak operates all train services from Somerset to Philadelphia. Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets.
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- Official reseller: Amtrak tickets can only be bought on Omio or Amtrak's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Amtrak tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Somerset to Philadelphia.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Somerset, NJ to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Somerset, NJ to Philadelphia, PA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:36, the last at 20:35. The fastest train covers the 51 miles (83 km) distance in 49m.
Distance 51 miles (83 km) |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 09:36 |
Last train 20:35 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Somerset, NJ to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Somerset, NJ and Philadelphia, PA 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 Somerset, NJ to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Somerset, NJ to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Somerset, NJ to Philadelphia, PA
- 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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