How much is the train ticket from Newark to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Philadelphia start from TRY 615. The average price for this train route is around TRY 1,330. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Newark to Philadelphia?

The average train ride duration from Newark to Philadelphia is 1h 4m, covering a distance of 74 miles (119 km). The quickest train can get you there in 51m and is operated by Amtrak Acela .

Which train operators service the Newark to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Newark to Philadelphia?

The earliest train departs from Newark to Philadelphia at 4:41am. And the latest train departs at 9:23pm.

What 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 16 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 best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Newark to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveler 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 TRY 521 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Newark to Philadelphia on June 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:23pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 4m	10:27pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	2:34pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	59m	3:33pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	9:46am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 6m	10:52am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	9:46am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 6m	10:52am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	11:23am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 8m	12:31pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Philadelphia on June 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:47am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	2:34pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	59m	3:33pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	9:46am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 6m	10:52am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	9:46am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 6m	10:52am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Philadelphia on June 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:46am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 6m	10:52am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	2:34pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	59m	3:33pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	9:46am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 6m	10:52am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Philadelphia on June 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:27pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 5m	5:32pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	8:27am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:30am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	8:27am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:30am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	10:09am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 10m	11:19am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	10:09am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 10m	11:19am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Philadelphia on June 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:27am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:30am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	1:17pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 1m	2:18pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	8:27am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:30am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	10:09am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 10m	11:19am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	10:09am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 10m	11:19am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Philadelphia on June 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:23pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 4m	10:27pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	2:34pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	59m	3:33pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	9:46am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 6m	10:52am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Philadelphia on June 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:02pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 13m	2:15pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	2:34pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	59m	3:33pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	9:46am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 6m	10:52am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Philadelphia on June 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:59pm	Penn Station	1h 3m	4:02pm	North Philadelphia Station	Cheapest
Train	2:34pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	59m	3:33pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	9:46am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 6m	10:52am	30th Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:50 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go 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 4 minutes and with fares starting at just TRY 615, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day

1h 4mAverage Duration

74 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceTRY 668 - TRY 7,078	Average Duration2h 55m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceTRY 615 - TRY 10,238	Average Duration1h 4m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,821 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

According to 14 reviews, Amtrak received a 3.6-star rating for this journey. Travelers 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 TRY 615

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.

March 18, 2024

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

William H.

May 4, 2022

I love it it’s very Satisfying

Zymeer W.

August 17, 2025

Amtrak Acela

4.5/516 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4.0

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA 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 Newark to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Philadelphia start from TRY 615. The average price for this train route is around TRY 1,330. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to Philadelphia?
The average train ride duration from Newark to Philadelphia is 1h 4m, covering a distance of 74 miles (119 km). The quickest train can get you there in 51m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.
Which train operators service the Newark to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Newark to Philadelphia?
The earliest train departs from Newark to Philadelphia at 4:41am. And the latest train departs at 9:23pm.
What 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 16 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 best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Newark to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Newark to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveler 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

06/08

TRY 2,412

06/09

TRY 1,277

Today

TRY 804

06/11

TRY 2,412

06/12

TRY 3,358

06/13

TRY 3,358

06/14

TRY 5,628

06/15

TRY 1,277

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jun 10, 2026 with a price of TRY 804

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 TRY 804 to TRY 9,837 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 TRY 1,277 which is on 2026-06-15.

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 PriceTRY 4,794	Daily Departures76
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1h 4m	Avg PriceTRY 1,330	Daily Departures12

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 TRY 1,330 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from TRY 615. 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 4m - that's the fastest way to get there!