How much is the train ticket from Newark to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Philadelphia start from R 225. The average price for this train route is around R 487. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Newark to Philadelphia?

The average train journey time from Newark to Philadelphia is 1h 6m, covering a distance of 123 km. The quickest train can get you there in 51m and is operated by Amtrak Acela .

Which train operators serve the Newark to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 60 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

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

The earliest train from Newark to Philadelphia departs at 00:14. And the latest train departs at 23:42.

Which is the best train operator from Newark to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Philadelphia?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Newark to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Newark to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Newark to Philadelphia from R 191 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Newark to Philadelphia on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:22	Penn Station	1h 23m	23:45	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	23:41	Penn Station	1h 10m	00:51	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	22:22	Penn Station	1h 23m	23:45	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	23:41	Penn Station	1h 10m	00:51	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Philadelphia on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	00:28	Penn Station	1h 11m	01:39	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	06:44	Penn Station	53m	07:37	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	08:44	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	09:47	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	05:45	Penn Station	56m	06:41	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	08:44	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	09:47	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Philadelphia on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:34	Penn Station	1h 2m	18:36	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	15:15	Penn Station	51m	16:06	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	08:27	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	09:30	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	08:14	Penn Station	58m	09:12	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	08:27	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	09:30	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Philadelphia on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:34	Penn Station	1h 2m	18:36	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	15:15	Penn Station	51m	16:06	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	08:27	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	09:30	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	09:14	Penn Station	57m	10:11	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	08:27	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	09:30	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Philadelphia on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	00:37	Penn Station	1h 8m	01:45	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	06:44	Penn Station	53m	07:37	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	08:44	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	09:47	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	05:45	Penn Station	56m	06:41	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	08:44	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	09:47	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Philadelphia on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	00:28	Penn Station	1h 11m	01:39	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	06:44	Penn Station	53m	07:37	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	08:44	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	09:47	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	05:45	Penn Station	56m	06:41	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	08:44	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	09:47	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Philadelphia on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	00:28	Penn Station	1h 11m	01:39	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	06:44	Penn Station	53m	07:37	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	08:44	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	09:47	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	05:45	Penn Station	56m	06:41	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	08:44	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	09:47	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Philadelphia on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	00:28	Penn Station	1h 11m	01:39	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	06:44	Penn Station	53m	07:37	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	08:44	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	09:47	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	05:45	Penn Station	56m	06:41	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	08:44	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	09:47	30th Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark 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 6 minutes and with fares starting at just R 225, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

60train per day

1h 6mAverage duration

123 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 104 - R 2 249	Average duration2h 55m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 225 - R 6 286	Average duration1h 6m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 636 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

According to 14 reviews, Amtrak received a 3.6-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats, but some complained about the value for money. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 225

Amtrak Newark Philadelphia recent customer reviews

Great experience. Train was clean, quiet and got me to my destination on time. I've always been a huge fan of Amtrak.

Ikeem B.

18 March 2024

pls explain that liberty amtrak has a complex and unreasonable way in which it operated

William H.

4 May 2022

I love it it’s very Satisfying

Zymeer W.

17 August 2025

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 Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Newark to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Philadelphia start from R 225. The average price for this train route is around R 487. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Newark to Philadelphia is 1h 6m, covering a distance of 123 km. The quickest train can get you there in 51m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.
Which train operators serve the Newark to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 60 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Newark to Philadelphia departs at 00:14. And the latest train departs at 23:42.
Which is the best train operator from Newark to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Newark to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Newark to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

R 294

10/12

R 865

Today

R 346

12/12

R 191

13/12

R 450

14/12

R 865

15/12

R 191

16/12

R 191

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 191

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

You can expect to pay from R 191 to R 9 754 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 191, which is on 2025-12-12.

What's the cheapest way to go from Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time2h 55m	Avg priceR 1 706	Daily departures71
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1h 6m	Avg priceR 487	Daily departures60

The best way to travel between Newark, NJ and Philadelphia, PA is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 487 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 225. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Philadelphia, PA, choose the train, as it will take you from Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA in about 1h 6m – that's the fastest way to get there!