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

The average train ticket price from New York City to Philadelphia is £23. The best way to find cheap train tickets from New York City to Philadelphia 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 train trip from New York City to Philadelphia?

A train trip between New York City and Philadelphia is around 1h 24m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 81 miles that separates the two cities.

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

The number of trains from New York City to Philadelphia 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 New York City to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from New York City to Philadelphia?

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

Train New York City to Philadelphia from £9 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from New York City to Philadelphia on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	00:11	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 28m	01:39	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	12:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 7m	13:07	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	00:11	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 28m	01:39	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	05:25	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 12m	06:37	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	04:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 33m	06:23	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Philadelphia on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 33m	06:23	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	12:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 7m	13:07	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	00:11	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 28m	01:39	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	05:25	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 12m	06:37	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	00:11	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 28m	01:39	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Philadelphia on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	00:11	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 28m	01:39	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	12:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 7m	13:07	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	00:11	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 28m	01:39	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	05:25	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 12m	06:37	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	04:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 33m	06:23	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Philadelphia on 21 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	00:11	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 28m	01:39	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	12:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 7m	13:07	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	00:11	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 28m	01:39	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	05:25	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 12m	06:37	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	04:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 33m	06:23	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Philadelphia on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	00:11	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 28m	01:39	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	15:01	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 5m	16:06	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	00:11	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 28m	01:39	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	08:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 12m	09:12	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	06:02	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 24m	07:26	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Philadelphia on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:58	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 22m	01:20	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	15:01	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 5m	16:06	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	00:21	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 24m	01:45	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	09:00	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 11m	10:11	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	00:21	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 24m	01:45	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Philadelphia on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	00:21	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 24m	01:45	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	06:30	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 7m	07:37	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	00:21	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 24m	01:45	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	05:30	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 11m	06:41	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	04:50	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	1h 32m	06:22	30th Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 hour 24 minutes and with fares starting at just £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

53train per day

1h 24mAverage duration

84 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£7 - £102	Average duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£11 - £292	Average duration1h 24m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,591 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Amtrak receives praise for its punctuality, with many users noting timely departures and arrivals. The booking process is described as straightforward, enhancing the experience for travelers. Passengers appreciate the clean coaches and comfortable seating, while courteous staff contribute to a pleasant journey overall. Despite one mention of cleanliness issues during delays, Amtrak maintains a positive reputation among reviewers.

Amtrak New York City Philadelphia recent customer reviews

Amtrak was just what I needed and had I made a mistake or needed to cancel the restrictions were very acceptable.

Sandy P.

18 April 2024

Boarding was quite easy. The coach was clean and very comfortable. We both departed NYC and arrived in Philadelphia on time.

Brent M.

6 November 2023

First time riding Amtrak, boarded at Penn station to Philadelphia, it was a great experience.

Jackie A.

30 September 2023

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to Philadelphia, PA by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from New York City to Philadelphia cost?
The average train ticket price from New York City to Philadelphia is £23. The best way to find cheap train tickets from New York City to Philadelphia 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 train trip from New York City to Philadelphia?
A train trip between New York City and Philadelphia is around 1h 24m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 81 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between New York City and Philadelphia?
The number of trains from New York City to Philadelphia 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 New York City to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from New York City to Philadelphia?
When taking the train from New York City to Philadelphia, 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

15/11

£79

16/11

£41

Today

£22

18/11

£14

19/11

£9

20/11

£14

21/11

£14

22/11

£57

The cheapest trip from New York City to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 19 Nov 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 New York City to Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £9 to £444 for a train ticket from New York City to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £9, which is on 2025-11-19.

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.