Trains tickets from Philadelphia (PA) to Newark (DE), US

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TueMay 6
from $19
WedMay 7
from $22
ThuMay 8
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 30th Street Station
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Newark
    Destination location: Newark Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 30th Street Station
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Newark
    Destination location: Newark Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 30th Street Station
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Newark
    Destination location: Newark Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 30th Street Station
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Newark
    Destination location: Newark Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 2 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 30th Street Station
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Newark
    Destination location: Newark Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Newark.

Bus
Average Price$60 - $60Average Duration40m
1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$8 - $60Average Duration36m
5kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Philadelphia to Newark

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 36 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
36mAverage Duration
$8Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Train Philadelphia to Newark: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$28
Average train trip duration36m
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure5:37am
Distance36 miles (58 km)
Latest train departure7:40pm

Philadelphia to Newark Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
04/29
$19
04/30
$11
Today
$37
05/02
$31
05/03
$26
05/04
$26
05/05
$19
05/06
$19
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia to Newark was searched and found on Apr 30, 2025 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 Philadelphia to Newark, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $11 to $78 for a train ticket from Philadelphia to Newark based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-05-05.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Philadelphia and Newark is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Newark.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Newark, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Philadelphia and Newark compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Philadelphia to Newark, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Philadelphia and Newark is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $28 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $8. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Newark, choose the train, as it will take you from Philadelphia to Newark in about 36m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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