How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Newark?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Newark start at $19. The average price for this train route is around $40. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Philadelphia to Newark?

The average train trip from Philadelphia to Newark takes 1h 5m and covers 123 km. The quickest train gets you there in 52m and is operated by Amtrak Acela .

Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Newark route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 59 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Newark?

The earliest train from Philadelphia to Newark departs at 12:33am. The latest train departs at 11:18pm.

What is the best train operator from Philadelphia to Newark?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Newark?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Philadelphia to Newark?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Philadelphia to Newark?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Philadelphia to Newark from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Newark on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:42pm	30th Street Station	1h 2m	9:44pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	3:33pm	30th Street Station	54m	4:27pm	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	3:59pm	30th Street Station	58m	4:57pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	2:32pm	30th Street Station	56m	3:28pm	Penn Station	No tags
Train	3:59pm	30th Street Station	58m	4:57pm	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Newark on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:11pm	30th Street Station	1h 5m	12:16am	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	6:37am	30th Street Station	53m	7:30am	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	5:58am	30th Street Station	1h 2m	7:00am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	6:37am	30th Street Station	53m	7:30am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	5:58am	30th Street Station	1h 2m	7:00am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Newark on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:58am	30th Street Station	1h 2m	7:00am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	Cheapest
Train	6:37am	30th Street Station	53m	7:30am	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	5:58am	30th Street Station	1h 2m	7:00am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	6:37am	30th Street Station	53m	7:30am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	9:08am	30th Street Station	1h 9m	10:17am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Newark on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:08pm	30th Street Station	1h 8m	12:16am	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	3:42pm	30th Street Station	53m	4:35pm	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	5:15am	30th Street Station	59m	6:14am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	9:33am	30th Street Station	1h 1m	10:34am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	5:15am	30th Street Station	59m	6:14am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Newark on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	1h 20m	4:45am	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	8:55pm	30th Street Station	53m	9:48pm	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	5:15am	30th Street Station	59m	6:14am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	9:33am	30th Street Station	1h 1m	10:34am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	5:15am	30th Street Station	59m	6:14am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Newark on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:42pm	30th Street Station	1h 2m	9:44pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	6:37am	30th Street Station	53m	7:30am	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	5:58am	30th Street Station	1h 2m	7:00am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	6:37am	30th Street Station	53m	7:30am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	5:58am	30th Street Station	1h 2m	7:00am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Newark on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:42pm	30th Street Station	1h 2m	9:44pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	6:37am	30th Street Station	53m	7:30am	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	5:58am	30th Street Station	1h 2m	7:00am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	6:37am	30th Street Station	53m	7:30am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	5:58am	30th Street Station	1h 2m	7:00am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Newark on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:47am	30th Street Station	1h 1m	7:48am	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	6:37am	30th Street Station	53m	7:30am	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	5:58am	30th Street Station	1h 2m	7:00am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	6:37am	30th Street Station	53m	7:30am	Penn Station	No tags
Train	5:58am	30th Street Station	1h 2m	7:00am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:13 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Newark

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 1 hour 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

59train per day

1h 5mAverage Duration

123 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$15 - $186	Average Duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$19 - $569	Average Duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,635 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Users have expressed positive experiences with the service, highlighting that buses arrived and reached their destinations on time. Additionally, they found the red cap service to be very helpful.

Amtrak Philadelphia Newark recent customer reviews

Very bad the train was delayed 50 minutes and I missed my appointment with my doctor

Malika H.

June 18, 2023

The train was 25minutes late but otherwise fine.

Barbara H.

September 13, 2025

The red cap service is very helpful

Cynthia W.

August 23, 2024

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Newark?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Newark start at $19. The average price for this train route is around $40. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Philadelphia to Newark?
The average train trip from Philadelphia to Newark takes 1h 5m and covers 123 km. The quickest train gets you there in 52m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Newark route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 59 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Newark?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Newark departs at 12:33am. The latest train departs at 11:18pm.
What is the best train operator from Philadelphia to Newark?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Newark?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Philadelphia to Newark?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Philadelphia to Newark?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-08

$25

12-09

$16

Today

$25

12-11

$39

12-12

$25

12-13

$25

12-14

$25

12-15

$25

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $16

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 Newark, NJ, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $16 to $696 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-12-12.

Usually Amtrak Acela will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time2h 35m	Avg Price$140	Daily Departures73
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time1h 5m	Avg Price$40	Daily Departures59

The best way to travel between Philadelphia, PA and Newark, NJ is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $40 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $19. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Newark, NJ, choose the train, as it will take you from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ in about 1h 5m —that's the fastest way to get there!