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

The average train ticket price from Philadelphia to Hartford is $71. The best way to find train tickets from Philadelphia to Hartford 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 Hartford?

A train trip between Philadelphia and Hartford is around 4h 46m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 3m. This is the time it takes to travel the 180 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Philadelphia and Hartford?

The number of trains from Philadelphia to Hartford can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 17. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Philadelphia to Hartford by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Philadelphia to Hartford?

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

Train Philadelphia to Hartford from $39 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Hartford on November 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:15pm	30th Street Station	5h 11m	7:26pm	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
1:20pm	30th Street Station	4h 26m	5:46pm	Harford Union Station	Fastest
9:17am	30th Street Station	4h 54m	2:11pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
11:10am	30th Street Station	4h 37m	3:47pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
11:10am	30th Street Station	4h 37m	3:47pm	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Hartford on November 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:13am	30th Street Station	4h 27m	9:40am	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
1:20pm	30th Street Station	4h 26m	5:46pm	Harford Union Station	Fastest
5:13am	30th Street Station	4h 27m	9:40am	Harford Union Station	No tags
7:17am	30th Street Station	4h 29m	11:46am	Harford Union Station	No tags
7:17am	30th Street Station	4h 29m	11:46am	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Hartford on November 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:50pm	30th Street Station	5h 6m	11:56pm	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	7:32am	30th Street Station	4h 3m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	9:57am	30th Street Station	4h 17m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	7:32am	30th Street Station	4h 3m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	No tags
	9:57am	30th Street Station	4h 17m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Hartford on November 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 59m	10:24am	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	7:32am	30th Street Station	4h 3m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	9:57am	30th Street Station	4h 17m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	7:32am	30th Street Station	4h 3m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	No tags
	9:57am	30th Street Station	4h 17m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Hartford on November 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:58pm	30th Street Station	4h 58m	11:56pm	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	7:32am	30th Street Station	4h 3m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	9:57am	30th Street Station	4h 17m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	7:32am	30th Street Station	4h 3m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	No tags
	4:53pm	30th Street Station	4h 55m	9:48pm	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Hartford on November 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 59m	10:24am	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	7:32am	30th Street Station	4h 3m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	9:57am	30th Street Station	4h 17m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	7:32am	30th Street Station	4h 3m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	No tags
	9:57am	30th Street Station	4h 17m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Hartford on November 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 59m	10:24am	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	7:32am	30th Street Station	4h 3m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	Fastest
	9:57am	30th Street Station	4h 17m	2:14pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	7:32am	30th Street Station	4h 3m	11:35am	Harford Union Station	No tags
	4:53pm	30th Street Station	4h 55m	9:48pm	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Hartford on November 22
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:15pm	30th Street Station	4h 37m	10:52pm	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
1:20pm	30th Street Station	4h 23m	5:43pm	Harford Union Station	Fastest
9:17am	30th Street Station	4h 51m	2:08pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
2:15pm	30th Street Station	5h 8m	7:23pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
2:15pm	30th Street Station	5h 8m	7:23pm	Harford Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:32 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Hartford

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Hartford. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

32bus per day

6h 30mAverage Duration

179 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$31 - $150	Average Duration6h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$41 - $542	Average Duration4h 46m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,585 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5585 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 $41

Amtrak Philadelphia Hartford recent customer reviews

On time clean comfort

Shirley T.

July 19, 2025

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/13

$103

11/14

$103

Today

$103

11/16

$134

11/17

$68

11/18

$59

11/19

$44

11/20

$59

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $44

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 Hartford, CT, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $44 to $380 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $44 which is on 2025-11-19.