Trains from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA

  • Lowest price from CA$14.92
  • Average duration 1h 23m
  • Connections per day 54
  • Distance 130 km
  • CO₂ per person 2 kg

train from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA

The journey from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA is about 130 km. On average a train trip takes 1h 23m with 54 connections per day.

Lowest price CA$14.92
Trip duration 1h 23m
Connections per day 54
Lowest price CA$14.92
Highest price CA$324.09
First departure 12:11 AM
Last departure 11:23 PM
Distance 130 km
Departure New York, NY
Arrival Philadelphia, PA
Travel operator Amtrak
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How can I find the cheapest train tickets to get from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA?

When you're traveling from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA, you can expect to pay an average of approximately ≈ CA$88.13 (€54.93). You might be able to find prices as low as ≈ CA$14.92 (€9.30), but it all depends on how you travel. Some forms of transport are cheaper than others, and prices will vary according to time of day, day of the week, season, and other factors. For the cheapest train tickets, make your reservation well in advance. If you can, travel at an off-peak time, as train ticket prices will often be reduced. You might also be able to save money by booking a connecting journey, rather than a direct route. Be sure to check the conditions of the ticket before booking, as sometimes cheaper train tickets cannot be changed or refunded. Use Virail to check your options before booking, to ensure that you find the lowest price for your journey.
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Prices will vary when you travel from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA. On average, though, you'll pay about ≈ CA$88.13 (€54.93) for a train ticket. If you're looking for a low price, you may need to prepare to spend more time in transit. You can also often find cheaper train tickets at particular times of day, or on certain days of the week. Of course, ticket prices often change during the year, too; expect to pay more in peak season. For the lowest prices, it's usually best to make your reservation in advance. Be careful, though, as many providers do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest train tickets.

How much time will it take to go from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA by train?

With a distance of 130 km between New York, NY and Philadelphia, PA, it will usually take 1h 23m to complete the journey. This average figure may vary from day to day. Delays could be caused by unexpected weather conditions, roadworks or construction, local events, or other unforeseen circumstances. Remember that your journey may take longer than 1h 23m. Make your plans with this in mind to avoid disappointment, particularly if you are traveling on a tight schedule. The journey from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA covers a distance of 130 km. On average, you can expect your journey to last roughly 1h 23m. However, booking the fastest option will see you reach your destination in approximately 1h 7m. For faster journeys, look for express routes. Please remember that these may only depart at certain times of day, or on particular days of the week. You may also find that you can go from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA faster by making connections, rather than taking a direct route.

Which stations can I use to travel from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA?

In New York, NY, departure stations include . When you arrive in Philadelphia, PA, you may be able to disembark at stations such as . Remember though that the exact stations served on each route can vary. Different providers may depart from and arrive at different stations. Furthermore, if you travel on an express service, the number of stations may be limited, and the exact stations served on a particular route may vary at different times of day or day of the week. Check in advance to ensure that you are departing from and arriving at a station that is convenient for your journey.

How many journeys from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA take place each day?

If you want to get from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA, you can travel with providers such as . You will find a maximum number of departures per day. On average, there are 54 departures per day. Book in advance to make sure that your journey will run smoothly and you depart at a time that suits you best. When you travel, you can look for direct journeys or other routes which offer connections and changes. On average, there are 54 direct journeys between New York, NY and Philadelphia, PA. If you don't mind changing along the way, you may find more options available to you. There are usually 0 journeys with at least one change. These numbers may vary depending on the time of year or day of the week. Some travelers prefer direct routes, particularly if they are carrying heavy suitcases or concerned about missing a connection. Others enjoy the flexibility offered by connecting journeys. Whatever you prefer, Virail can help you find the right options to suit you. Unfortunately, no connection was found for your trip from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA. Selecting a new departure or arrival city, without dramatically changing your itinerary could help you find connections.

Amtrak9.1 kg CO₂
21:00New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 27m
22:27Philadelphia (30th St Station)
CA$17.81
direct
Amtrak9.1 kg CO₂
20:30New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 25m
21:55Philadelphia (30th St Station)
CA$17.81
direct
Amtrak9.1 kg CO₂
04:50New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 33m
06:23Philadelphia (30th St Station)
CA$17.81
direct

Next departures from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA

Sample times and fares for the coming days — book to confirm availability and price.

Amtrak CA$25.67
04:09 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 25m · direct
05:34 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$16.69
04:50 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 33m · direct
06:23 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$102.36
05:25 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 12m · direct
06:37 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$40.75
05:45 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 19m · direct
07:04 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$40.75
06:02 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 24m · direct
07:26 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$126.43
06:27 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 10m · direct
07:37 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$78.29
07:04 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 27m · direct
08:31 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$40.75
07:17 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 29m · direct
08:46 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$78.29
07:25 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 30m · direct
08:55 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$109.90
08:10 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 31m · direct
09:41 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$235.85
09:00 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 8m · direct
10:08 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$109.90
09:25 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 28m · direct
10:53 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$78.29
09:28 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 21m · direct
10:49 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$292.00
10:00 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 8m · direct
11:08 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$78.29
10:35 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 21m · direct
11:56 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$109.90
10:52 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 23m · direct
12:15 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$292.00
11:00 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 10m · direct
12:10 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$78.29
11:02 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 29m · direct
12:31 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$78.29
11:35 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 25m · direct
13:00 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$57.28
12:05 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 20m · direct
13:25 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$78.29
12:10 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 32m · direct
13:42 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$78.29
12:40 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 35m · direct
14:15 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$40.75
12:54 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 25m · direct
14:19 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$292.00
13:02 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 10m · direct
14:12 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$78.29
13:49 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 23m · direct
15:12 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$152.10
14:00 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 31m · direct
15:31 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$78.29
14:02 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 19m · direct
15:21 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$40.75
14:11 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 24m · direct
15:35 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$126.43
14:15 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 7m · direct
15:22 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$152.10
14:30 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 35m · direct
16:05 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$40.75
14:44 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 18m · direct
16:02 North Philadelphia PA (PHN)
Amtrak CA$40.75
14:44 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 28m · direct
16:12 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$235.85
15:00 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 8m · direct
16:08 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$78.29
15:05 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 25m · direct
16:30 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$109.90
16:03 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 20m · direct
17:23 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$78.29
16:05 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 29m · direct
17:34 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$78.29
16:24 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 33m · direct
17:57 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$292.00
17:00 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 11m · direct
18:11 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$109.90
17:10 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 19m · direct
18:29 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$109.90
17:27 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 19m · direct
18:46 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$292.00
18:00 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 9m · direct
19:09 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$109.90
18:08 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 16m · direct
19:24 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$109.90
18:25 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 25m · direct
19:50 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$78.29
18:35 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 25m · direct
20:00 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$78.29
18:35 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 17m · direct
19:52 North Philadelphia PA (PHN)
Amtrak CA$283.98
18:45 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 22m · direct
20:07 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$78.29
19:41 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 26m · direct
21:07 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$235.85
20:12 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 14m · direct
21:26 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$40.75
20:30 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 25m · direct
21:55 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$25.67
21:00 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 27m · direct
22:27 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$40.75
22:05 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 40m · direct
23:45 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
Amtrak CA$78.29
23:23 New York NY - Moynihan Train Hall (NYP)
1h 26m · direct
00:49 Philadelphia (30th St Station)
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Carriers on this route

Learn more about carriers on this route.

Amtrak, formally known as the National Railroad Passenger Corporation, is a U.S. government-owned entity that delivers intercity passenger train services across the country. Operating over 300 trains daily, Amtrak connects more than 500 destinations in 46 states, the District of Columbia, and three Canadian provinces. Its services include a variety of routes, from short-distance commuter lines to extended journeys featuring sleeper car accommodations.

Ticket types and services from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA

Compare different ticket types and on-board services for the journey from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA.

Coach

Coach Class passengers enjoy reclining seats with plenty of legroom and fold-down tray tables, along with outlets for electronic devices. They also have access to the Cafe car for food and beverages, along with carry-on baggage service and, on some routes, checked baggage service.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

First Class

On Acela trains, First Class passengers enjoy all the benefits of Business Class with further enhancements. The seats are adjustable leather with extra space for comfort. There is also a complimentary meal service delivered directly to the passengers' seats. First Class travelers have access to ClubAcela lounges at select stations.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Quiet zone
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Business

Stepping up to Business Class, passengers receive all the amenities of Coach Class plus additional legroom and complimentary non-alcoholic drinks. They also gain access to lounges at select stations for a more relaxed wait before boarding.
  • Wi-Fi
  • Quiet zone
  • Power sockets
  • Luggage
  • Accessibility
  • Food and drink
  • Air conditioning
  • Bicycle

Facility description

Learn more about the services available on board each carrier on this route.

Facilities Description
Wi-Fi
Free basic WiFi available in select trains and stations. Some include Acela, Adirondack (not available in Canada), Amtrak Cascades (not available in Canada), Amtrak Hartford Line, Auto Train, Blue Water, Capitol Corridor, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Downeaster, Empire Service, Ethan, Allen Express, Hiawatha Service, Illini/Saluki, and Illinois Zephyr/Carl Sandburg
Quiet zone
Quiet Cars, designed for limited conversation and subdued tones, are available on various trains like Acela, Northeast Regional, and more. The atmosphere is calm with low lighting. Seating follows first-come, first-served and one seat per person policies. First Class Rooms: For those seeking privacy and space, First Class private rooms are an available option.
Power sockets
Electric outlets are distributed on trains. For example, Superliner and Viewliner sleepers provide outlets in Roomettes and Bedrooms.
Air conditioning
All trains are air-conditioned. In coaches, temperature is staff-controlled. Sleeper cars offer air temperature adjustments, with vent positioning recommended for comfort.
Luggage
On Amtrak, regardless of your ticket type, you can typically bring two carry-on bags and two personal items. Just make sure your carry-ons are within 28 x 22 x 14 inches and under 50 lbs. Some locations even allow up to four checked bags: two come free, and two for $20 each, but they should stay under 75 linear inches and 50 lbs. You can also check in overweight luggage, up to 70 lbs and 100 linear inches, for an additional $20 fee.
Accessibility
All trains accommodate passengers with disabilities. Features include accessible seats with extra room and areas where passengers can remain in their wheelchairs.
Food and drink
Trains offer various dining options, from meals to café services. Meal service is available for passengers with disabilities. Guidelines are present for personal food, beverages, and medication. Nutritional and allergen information provided for menu items.
Bicycle
Amtrak accommodates various types of special equipment with certain conditions. Bicycles are allowed on many routes, often requiring a reservation and small fee. Wheelchairs, scooters, and other mobility devices are accepted on all trains, with specific accessible seating and bedrooms available. Small musical instruments can be carried on if they fit under the seat or overhead rack, while larger ones must meet carry-on restrictions or be checked. Some sports equipment, like skis or golf clubs, can be carried on or checked depending on size.

CO₂ emissions by mode

train 9.1kg
bus 9.75kg
flight 26kg
carpool 20.8kg
How much CO₂ is emitted travelling by train from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA?

The train journey between New York, NY and Philadelphia, PA emits 9.1kg of CO₂.

How much CO₂ do I save by taking the train between New York, NY and Philadelphia, PA?

Taking the train between New York, NY and Philadelphia, PA saves 16.9kg of CO₂ compared to a flight, 0.65kg compared to the bus and 11.7kg compared to the car.

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