How much is the train ticket from Newark to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Philadelphia start from $13. The average price for this train route is around $29. 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 7m, covering a distance of 76 miles (123 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 65 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 12:14am. And the latest train departs at 11:42pm.

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 15 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 $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Newark to Philadelphia on March 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:07am	Penn Station	1h 11m	7:18am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	9:15am	Penn Station	56m	10:11am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	8:27am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:30am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	7:05am	Penn Station	57m	8:02am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:27am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:30am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Philadelphia on March 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:43am	Penn Station	1h 8m	1:51am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	9:15am	Penn Station	56m	10:11am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	8:27am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:30am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	7:05am	Penn Station	57m	8:02am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:27am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:30am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Philadelphia on March 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:22pm	Penn Station	1h 23m	11:45pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	6:44am	Penn Station	53m	7:37am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:44am	Penn Station	53m	7:37am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Philadelphia on March 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:28am	Penn Station	1h 11m	1:39am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	6:44am	Penn Station	53m	7:37am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:44am	Penn Station	53m	7:37am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Philadelphia on March 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:28am	Penn Station	1h 11m	1:39am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	6:44am	Penn Station	53m	7:37am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:44am	Penn Station	53m	7:37am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Philadelphia on March 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:28am	Penn Station	1h 11m	1:39am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	6:44am	Penn Station	53m	7:37am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:44am	Penn Station	53m	7:37am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Philadelphia on March 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:28am	Penn Station	1h 11m	1:39am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	6:44am	Penn Station	53m	7:37am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:44am	Penn Station	53m	7:37am	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	1h 3m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags

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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 7 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

65train per day

1h 7mAverage Duration

76 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$10 - $133	Average Duration2h 56m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$13 - $293	Average Duration1h 7m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,767 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

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 $13

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

4.5/515 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

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

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 $13. The average price for this train route is around $29. 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 7m, covering a distance of 76 miles (123 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 65 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 12:14am. And the latest train departs at 11:42pm.
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 15 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

03/11

$50

03/12

$180

Today

$180

03/14

$17

03/15

$50

03/16

$17

03/17

$11

03/18

$11

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Mar 17, 2026 with a price of $11

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 $11 to $564 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 $11 which is on 2026-03-17.

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 56m	Avg Price$99	Daily Departures65
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1h 7m	Avg Price$29	Daily Departures65

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 $29 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $13. 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 7m - that's the fastest way to get there!