How much does a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia to New York City cost?

The average train ticket price from Philadelphia to New York City is $43. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Philadelphia to New York City is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the trip from Philadelphia to New York City?

A train trip between Philadelphia and New York City is around 1h 25m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 11m. This is the time it takes to travel the 130 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Philadelphia and New York City?

The number of trains from Philadelphia to New York City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 53. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Philadelphia to New York City by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Philadelphia to New York City?

When taking the train from Philadelphia to New York City, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

Train Philadelphia to New York City from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to New York City on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:13pm	30th Street Station	1h 42m	9:55pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	12:34pm	30th Street Station	1h 17m	1:51pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	7:17am	30th Street Station	1h 28m	8:45am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:33am	30th Street Station	1h 23m	10:56am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	7:17am	30th Street Station	1h 28m	8:45am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New York City on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	1h 46m	5:11am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	8:52pm	30th Street Station	1h 16m	10:08pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	1h 46m	5:11am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:33am	30th Street Station	1h 23m	10:56am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	5:13am	30th Street Station	1h 27m	6:40am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New York City on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:11pm	30th Street Station	1h 24m	12:35am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	6:37am	30th Street Station	1h 11m	7:48am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	7:08am	North Philadelphia Station	1h 25m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	6:37am	30th Street Station	1h 11m	7:48am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	1h 46m	5:11am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New York City on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:58am	30th Street Station	1h 29m	8:27am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	6:37am	30th Street Station	1h 11m	7:48am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	7:08am	North Philadelphia Station	1h 25m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	6:37am	30th Street Station	1h 11m	7:48am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	1h 46m	5:11am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New York City on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:08am	North Philadelphia Station	1h 25m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	6:37am	30th Street Station	1h 11m	7:48am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	1h 46m	5:11am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	6:37am	30th Street Station	1h 11m	7:48am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	1h 46m	5:11am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New York City on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:05pm	30th Street Station	1h 31m	4:36pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	12:39pm	30th Street Station	1h 12m	1:51pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	1h 46m	5:11am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:33am	30th Street Station	1h 25m	10:58am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	1h 46m	5:11am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New York City on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	1h 46m	5:11am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	6:37am	30th Street Station	1h 11m	7:48am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	7:08am	North Philadelphia Station	1h 25m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	6:37am	30th Street Station	1h 11m	7:48am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	1h 46m	5:11am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New York City on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:15am	30th Street Station	1h 25m	6:40am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	12:39pm	30th Street Station	1h 12m	1:51pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	1h 46m	5:11am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:33am	30th Street Station	1h 25m	10:58am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	1h 46m	5:11am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to New York City

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

53train per day

1h 25mAverage Duration

134 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $188	Average Duration2h 25m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$19 - $587	Average Duration1h 25m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,598 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Users have shared positive experiences with the train service, highlighting its punctuality and comfortable journey. The customer service is described as friendly, and passengers appreciate the clean and quiet environment of the cars. Many plan to use this reliable train service again in future travels.

Amtrak Philadelphia New York City recent customer reviews

I was satisfied with Amtrak, they almost made all arrival times and missed by a few minutes.

Thabisile M.

July 20, 2023

I bought a ticket for the wrong train I even purchased the insurance ahead of time beforehand. Amtrak needs to give me a future voucher for another ticket it was a mistake I paid for a train that left Philly to nyc at 1209am it needed to be PM

Suzanne H.

September 6, 2022

Very easy to figure out.

Kathy L.

September 21, 2025

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

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 New York City by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia to New York City cost?
The average train ticket price from Philadelphia to New York City is $43. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Philadelphia to New York City is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Philadelphia to New York City?
A train trip between Philadelphia and New York City is around 1h 25m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 11m. This is the time it takes to travel the 130 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Philadelphia and New York City?
The number of trains from Philadelphia to New York City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 53. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Philadelphia to New York City by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Philadelphia to New York City?
When taking the train from Philadelphia to New York City, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-20

$76

11-21

$40

Today

$40

11-23

$76

11-24

$40

11-25

$25

11-26

$76

11-27

$40

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to New York City was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $25

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 New York City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $25 to $725 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-11-25.

Usually Amtrak Acela will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.