How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Trenton?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Trenton start at $12. The average price for this train route is around $42. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Philadelphia to Trenton?

The average train trip from Philadelphia to Trenton takes 27m and covers 47 km. The quickest train gets you there in 25m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Trenton route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 32 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Trenton?

The earliest train from Philadelphia to Trenton departs at 5:13am. The latest train departs at 11:15pm.

Train Philadelphia to Trenton from $9 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Trenton on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:58am	30th Street Station	27m	6:25am	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	10:01am	30th Street Station	25m	10:26am	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	7:08am	North Philadelphia Station	27m	7:35am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	5:58am	30th Street Station	27m	6:25am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	6:58am	30th Street Station	29m	7:27am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Trenton on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10pm	30th Street Station	27m	7:37pm	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	3:05pm	30th Street Station	25m	3:30pm	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	5:15am	30th Street Station	28m	5:43am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	5:15am	30th Street Station	28m	5:43am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	6:10am	30th Street Station	27m	6:37am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Trenton on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:15am	30th Street Station	28m	5:43am	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	7:19am	30th Street Station	27m	7:46am	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	5:15am	30th Street Station	28m	5:43am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	7:19am	30th Street Station	27m	7:46am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	8:20am	30th Street Station	27m	8:47am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Trenton on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:58am	30th Street Station	27m	6:25am	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	10:01am	30th Street Station	25m	10:26am	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	7:08am	North Philadelphia Station	27m	7:35am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	5:58am	30th Street Station	27m	6:25am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	6:58am	30th Street Station	29m	7:27am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Trenton on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:11pm	30th Street Station	27m	11:38pm	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	10:01am	30th Street Station	25m	10:26am	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	7:08am	North Philadelphia Station	27m	7:35am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	5:58am	30th Street Station	27m	6:25am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	5:58am	30th Street Station	27m	6:25am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Trenton on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:58am	30th Street Station	27m	6:25am	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	10:01am	30th Street Station	25m	10:26am	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	7:08am	North Philadelphia Station	27m	7:35am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	5:58am	30th Street Station	27m	6:25am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	6:58am	30th Street Station	29m	7:27am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Trenton on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:58am	30th Street Station	27m	6:25am	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	10:01am	30th Street Station	25m	10:26am	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	7:08am	North Philadelphia Station	27m	7:35am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	5:58am	30th Street Station	27m	6:25am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	6:58am	30th Street Station	29m	7:27am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Trenton on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:58am	30th Street Station	27m	6:25am	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	10:01am	30th Street Station	25m	10:26am	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	7:08am	North Philadelphia Station	27m	7:35am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	5:58am	30th Street Station	27m	6:25am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	6:58am	30th Street Station	29m	7:27am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

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Get from Philadelphia to Trenton

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 27 minutes, and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

32train per day

27mAverage Duration

47 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5638 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $12

Amtrak Philadelphia Trenton recent customer reviews

It was a smooth ride

Taoheed S.

September 24, 2023

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Trenton, NJ, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Trenton?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Trenton start at $12. The average price for this train route is around $42. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Philadelphia to Trenton?
The average train trip from Philadelphia to Trenton takes 27m and covers 47 km. The quickest train gets you there in 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Trenton route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 32 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Trenton?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Trenton departs at 5:13am. The latest train departs at 11:15pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-09

$9

12-10

$9

Today

$9

12-12

$9

12-13

$16

12-14

$9

12-15

$9

12-16

$9

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Trenton, NJ, US was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $9

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Trenton, NJ, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $9 to $496 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Trenton, NJ, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $9 which is on 2025-12-12.