The cheapest and fastest trains from York, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
1 h 27 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
133 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York, PA 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 York, PA to Philadelphia, PA will cost around $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 2 trains that leave York, PA for Philadelphia, PA on Fri, May 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 133 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 32 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.
11:19 AM1h32York, PA12:51 PMPhiladelphia, PA$341One-way0 transfers
10:23 AM1h22York, PA11:45 AMPhiladelphia, PA$391One-way0 transfers
10:23 AM1h22York, PA11:45 AMPhiladelphia, PA$391One-way0 transfers
11:19 AM1h32York, PA12:51 PMPhiladelphia, PA$341One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for York, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York, PA to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $34, and a bus costs an average of $31.
Distance: 82 miles (133 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$36 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m 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 York, PA to Philadelphia, PA:
A train is $20 (€16) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from York, PA to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $56 (€45).
Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 2m.
You'll arrive about 25m sooner (1h 27m by train vs 1h 52m by car). Tickets start at around $36 (€29) compared to roughly $35 (€28) 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.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
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.
Live departures
York, PA to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for York, PA to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:23 AM York, PA | 1h22 | 11:45 AM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:19 AM York, PA | 1h32 | 12:51 PM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:53 PM York, PA | 1h34 | 11:27 PM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from York, PA to Philadelphia, PA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€27) but you can travel from only $31 (€24) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 82 miles (133 km) distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 82 miles (133 km) |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€27) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 10:06 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Amtrak from York, PA to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between York, PA and Philadelphia, PA from $31 (€24). 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 York, PA to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York, PA 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 York, PA 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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