Question 1

Is it better to take the train or bus from NYC to Philly?

Accepted Answer

While a bus to Philly is the cheaper option, the train is significantly faster. Bus tickets which you can also buy on Wanderu, for this route average between $10 and $12, and the trip takes around 2 hours or longer, depending on traffic out of Manhattan. For comparison, Amtrak tickets for this route average $71, and the train takes between 60 and 90 minutes.

Question 2

Where do you catch the train from NYC to Philly?

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To catch the train from New York City to Philadelphia, you will depart from Penn Station in Midtown Manhattan. Penn Station is located at the intersection of 34th Street and 7th Avenue, New York, NY 10119. This station is completely underground, directly beneath Madison Square Garden. The first train for this route departs at 3 a.m., while the last train leaves at 11 p.m. Penn Station offers 50 daily trips to Philadelphia, and all of them are direct.

Question 3

Is it safe to travel by train from New York to Philadelphia during the COVID-19 pandemic?

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Our train partners have implemented several different policies to keep you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. From limiting vehicle capacity to enhancing cleaning protocols and upgrading air filters, train carriers are committed to maintaining a safe environment. For details on what each company is doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.
In addition, federal law requires all train passengers to wear a face covering for the entire duration of the trip. Please make sure you are wearing a face mask or you may not be allowed to board the train.
Please visit our COVID-19 Travel Guide for more information on all carrier policies and the latest travel advisories issued by every U.S. state, Canadian province, and European country.

Question 4

When are trains the most crowded?

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Trains from New York to Philadelphia are the most crowded on Saturday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Question 5

Which train should you take from New York to Philadelphia?

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There are 11 train lines with service from New York, New York to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Amtrak Northeast Regional is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 10 trains each day.

Question 6

What is the price of a train ticket from New York to Philadelphia?

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In the last month, $23.77 was the average price of a train ticket from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA. This is a good price that is inexpensive compared to most train fares. You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 27 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around $82.41 more than that for a same-day booking.

Question 7

Is there a direct train from New York to Philadelphia?

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There are 24 scheduled trains on most days. 26 of these are direct connections to Philadelphia. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Philadelphia to New York. If you're not not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from New York to Philadelphia for $11.26.

Question 8

How long is the train journey from New York to Philadelphia?

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The distance between New York and Philadelphia is approximately 81 miles, or 130 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 23 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 10 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

Question 9

When are the first and last trains of the day?

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The earliest train departs New York at 2:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Question 10

Where is the train station in Philadelphia?

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Philadelphia receives travelers from New York at its two active train stations:

Question 11

Where is the train station in New York?

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There is one train station in New York:

Question 12

Prices as travel date approaches

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If you want to score the best deal, you should plan to book your train trip online on Wanderu at least 27 days ahead of time. If you do that, your train ticket to Philadelphia from New York will be about $82.41 cheaper compared to what you would pay if you book at the last minute.

Question 13

Average prices by travel date

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Over the next 30 days, the average cost of a one-way train trip from New York to Philadelphia will vary between  and . Planning a train trip to Philadelphia within the upcoming week? The cheapest train ticket you can find from New York over the next 7 days is . Make sure to book your trip as soon as possible as train fares tend to go up as you get closer to your travel date.

Question 14

Monthly average prices

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If you are trying to decide when to travel from New York to Philadelphia by train so you can score the best possible deal, your best bet would be to plan your trip for . That’s when the average price for a train ticket is expected to be just – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from New York to Philadelphia in , expect to spend more on your train trip, as the average ticket price usually surges to at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you have a high chance of scoring a ticket at a lower price.

Question 15

Need a return trip from Philadelphia to New York?

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Question 16

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

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With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.

Lowest price	$23.77
Fastest train	1h 10m
Trains per day	24
Train lines	11

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	1	1h 34m	$37.81
Amtrak Acela	6	1h 12m	$117.14
Amtrak Cardinal	1	1h 22m	$54.31
Amtrak Carolinian	1	1h 27m	$83.82
Amtrak Crescent	1	1h 33m	$79.73
Amtrak Keystone Service	3	1h 23m	$48.97
Amtrak Northeast Regional	10	1h 26m	$62.89
Amtrak Palmetto	1	1h 35m	$58.68
Amtrak Pennsylvanian	1	1h 23m	$57.50
Amtrak Silver Service	1	1h 31m	$63.65
Amtrak Vermonter	1	1h 24m	$79.16

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