How much does a train ticket from Philadelphia to Trenton cost?

The average train ticket price from Philadelphia to Trenton is $21. The best way to find train tickets from Philadelphia to Trenton 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 Philadelphia to Trenton?

A train trip between Philadelphia and Trenton is around 28m, although the fastest train will take about 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 29 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Philadelphia and Trenton?

The number of trains from Philadelphia to Trenton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 31. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Philadelphia to Trenton by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Philadelphia to Trenton?

When taking the train from Philadelphia to Trenton, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Philadelphia to Trenton from $6 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Trenton on November 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:52am	30th Street Station	27m	6:19am	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	9:45am	30th Street Station	26m	10:11am	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	7:08am	North Philadelphia Station	27m	7:35am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	5:52am	30th Street Station	27m	6:19am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	6:54am	30th Street Station	30m	7:24am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	6:54am	30th Street Station	30m	7:24am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	7:00am	30th Street Station	35m	7:35am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	8:05am	30th Street Station	27m	8:32am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Trenton on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:13am	30th Street Station	28m	5:41am	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	3:05pm	30th Street Station	25m	3:30pm	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	5:13am	30th Street Station	28m	5:41am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	6:08am	30th Street Station	27m	6:35am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	6:08am	30th Street Station	27m	6:35am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	7:17am	30th Street Station	28m	7:45am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	7:17am	30th Street Station	28m	7:45am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	8:17am	30th Street Station	28m	8:45am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Trenton on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:13am	30th Street Station	28m	5:41am	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	1:20pm	30th Street Station	27m	1:47pm	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	5:13am	30th Street Station	28m	5:41am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	7:17am	30th Street Station	28m	7:45am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	7:17am	30th Street Station	28m	7:45am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	8:17am	30th Street Station	28m	8:45am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	8:17am	30th Street Station	28m	8:45am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	9:17am	30th Street Station	29m	9:46am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Trenton on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:52am	30th Street Station	27m	6:19am	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	9:45am	30th Street Station	26m	10:11am	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	7:08am	North Philadelphia Station	27m	7:35am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	5:52am	30th Street Station	27m	6:19am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	6:54am	30th Street Station	30m	7:24am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	6:54am	30th Street Station	30m	7:24am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	7:00am	30th Street Station	35m	7:35am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	8:05am	30th Street Station	27m	8:32am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Trenton on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:42pm	30th Street Station	29m	9:11pm	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	9:45am	30th Street Station	26m	10:11am	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	7:08am	North Philadelphia Station	27m	7:35am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	5:52am	30th Street Station	27m	6:19am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	5:52am	30th Street Station	27m	6:19am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	6:54am	30th Street Station	30m	7:24am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	6:54am	30th Street Station	30m	7:24am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	7:00am	30th Street Station	35m	7:35am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Trenton on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:52am	30th Street Station	27m	6:19am	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	9:45am	30th Street Station	26m	10:11am	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	7:08am	North Philadelphia Station	27m	7:35am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	5:52am	30th Street Station	27m	6:19am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	6:54am	30th Street Station	30m	7:24am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	6:54am	30th Street Station	30m	7:24am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	7:00am	30th Street Station	35m	7:35am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	8:05am	30th Street Station	27m	8:32am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Trenton on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:52am	30th Street Station	27m	6:19am	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	9:45am	30th Street Station	26m	10:11am	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	7:08am	North Philadelphia Station	27m	7:35am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	5:52am	30th Street Station	27m	6:19am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	6:54am	30th Street Station	30m	7:24am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	6:54am	30th Street Station	30m	7:24am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	7:00am	30th Street Station	35m	7:35am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	8:05am	30th Street Station	27m	8:32am	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

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Get from Philadelphia to Trenton

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 28 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31train per day

28mAverage Duration

29 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,582 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5582 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $8

Amtrak Philadelphia Trenton recent customer reviews

It was a smooth ride

Taoheed S.

September 24, 2023

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$6

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The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Trenton, NJ, US was searched and found on Nov 10, 2025 with a price of $6

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

You can expect to pay from $6 to $351 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Trenton, NJ, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $6 which is on 2025-11-17.