The cheapest and fastest trains from Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€123
Fastest journey
53 m
Average duration
57 m
Trains per day
45
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA will cost around €123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
Of the 45 trains that leave Newark, NJ for Philadelphia, PA on Sun, Jan 11, 45 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jan 11 the direct trains cover the 121 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
On Sun, Jan 11 the slowest trains will take 1 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
169 Northeast Regional
661 Keystone Service
153 Northeast Regional
79 Carolinian
123 Northeast Regional
2275 Acela
2207 Acela
2255 Acela
2271 Acela
189 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare train and bus for Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 121 km
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1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Saturday, January 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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179 Northeast Regional | 5:28 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h11 | 6:39 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
89 Palmetto | 11:19 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h07 | 12:26 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2201 Acela | 12:09 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h58 | 1:07 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
661 Keystone Service | 12:17 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h08 | 1:25 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
79 Carolinian | 12:24 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h07 | 1:31 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
101 Northeast Regional | 1:06 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h08 | 2:14 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
153 Northeast Regional | 1:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h08 | 2:30 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
153 Northeast Regional | 1:27 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h03 | 2:30 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
103 Northeast Regional | 2:06 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h11 | 3:17 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
103 Northeast Regional | 2:11 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h06 | 3:17 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
155 Northeast Regional | 2:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h13 | 3:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
663 Keystone Service | 2:27 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h08 | 3:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
143 Northeast Regional | 3:04 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h13 | 4:17 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
143 Northeast Regional | 3:09 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h08 | 4:17 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2249 Acela | 3:17 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h58 | 4:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pennsylvanian | 4:09 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h07 | 5:16 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
195 Northeast Regional | 4:23 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h03 | 5:26 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
147 Northeast Regional | 6:07 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h08 | 7:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
147 Northeast Regional | 6:12 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h03 | 7:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
665 Keystone Service | 6:23 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h04 | 7:27 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
99 Northeast Regional | 6:36 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h05 | 7:41 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
19 Crescent | 7:20 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h11 | 8:31 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 7:24 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h08 | 8:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 7:29 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h03 | 8:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
97 Silver Meteor | 7:53 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h12 | 9:05 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 8:21 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h10 | 9:31 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 8:26 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h05 | 9:31 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
667 Keystone Service | 8:32 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h07 | 9:39 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
163 Northeast Regional | 9:24 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h08 | 10:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
163 Northeast Regional | 9:29 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h03 | 10:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2255 Acela | 10:14 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h57 | 11:11 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
159 Northeast Regional | 10:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h08 | 11:30 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
159 Northeast Regional | 10:27 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h03 | 11:30 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
669 Keystone Service | 10:34 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h03 | 11:37 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
135 Northeast Regional | 11:24 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h08 | 12:32 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
135 Northeast Regional | 11:29 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h03 | 12:32 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
107 Northeast Regional | 11:46 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h06 | 12:52 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, January 11 | |||||
57 Vermonter | 12:18 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h05 | 1:23 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
671 Keystone Service | 1:09 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h07 | 2:16 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
165 Northeast Regional | 1:18 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h17 | 2:35 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
165 Northeast Regional | 1:23 AM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h12 | 2:35 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
167 Northeast Regional | 2:39 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h12 | 3:51 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA run on average 52 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 52 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 121 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 121 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 52 |
Direct trains 52 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 00:14 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Newark, NJ and Philadelphia, PA from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Newark, NJ to Philadelphia, PA
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Market Street and Raymond Boulevard.
- Forno's of Spain
- Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station
- Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown
- Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Newark Light Rail connections
- Hall 3: PATH connections
- NJ Transit: Lines Northeast Corridor, North Jersey Coast Line, Raritan Valley Line
- Newark Light Rail
- PATH: Newark-WTC line
- Bus: Several NJ Transit bus lines available
- 24/7 Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available at the airport with various options for short-term and long-term stays.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free for passengers
- Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott
- Hilton Newark Airport
- Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is part of the Newark Liberty International Airport complex, connected by AirTrain to terminals and parking.
- AirTrain: Connects to airport terminals
- NJ Transit: Services to New York Penn Station and Newark Penn Station
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional services
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
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