The cheapest and fastest trains from Waterbury, CT to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
4 h 13 m
Average duration
4 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Waterbury, CT 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 Waterbury, CT to Philadelphia, PA will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 1 trains that leave Waterbury, CT for Philadelphia, PA on Thu, May 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 252 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 13 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 13 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.
10:34 AM4h13Waterbury, CT2:47 PMPhiladelphia, PA$441One-way0 transfers
10:34 AM4h13Waterbury, CT2:47 PMPhiladelphia, PA$441One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Waterbury, CT to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Waterbury, CT to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $36, and a flight costs an average of $399.
Distance: 156 miles (252 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$67 Average price Cheapest | $74 Average price | $451 Average price |
4h 29m Average total duration 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 26m Average total duration 7h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Waterbury, CT to Philadelphia, PA:
A train is $7 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Waterbury, CT to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $74 (€59).
A train is $384 (€307) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Waterbury, CT to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $451 (€360).
Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 59m.
Bus takes on average 7h 56m.
Live departures
Waterbury, CT to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Waterbury, CT to Philadelphia, PA trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:34 AM Waterbury, CT | 4h13 | 2:47 PM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Waterbury, CT to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Waterbury, CT to Philadelphia, PA run on average 29 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 20:59. The fastest train covers the 156 miles (252 km) distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 156 miles (252 km) |
Average train duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 3h 50m |
First train 12:26 AM |
Last train 8:59 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) from Waterbury, CT to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) trains will get you between Waterbury, CT and Philadelphia, PA from $36 (€29). 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 Waterbury, CT to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Waterbury, CT 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 Waterbury, CT 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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