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Find train tickets from Philadelphia to New York

PHL — NYC
Oct 18 — Oct 251
1 adult
Sat 10/18
Sat 10/25

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Average price (round-trip)

$22

Average price (one-way)

$41
(avg. price over the last 2 weeks)
(avg. price over the last 2 weeks)

Top tips for finding Philadelphia to New York train tickets

  • When taking a train from Philadelphia to New York, your departure train station is 30th Street Station. If you take the Market-Frankford subway line, it only takes about six minutes from the city center to the train station. The station has elevators for disabled passengers to get to the concourse and features Quik-Trak shops for travelers to purchase various items. If you arrive before your departure time, you can relax at the Metropolitan lounge while you wait.
  • The arrival station of trains from Philadelphia to New York is Penn Station, which is also accessible via subway. If you take the C-line to the station from New York, your trip will take only take six minutes. It also features elevators for disabled passengers. In addition, the station offers free Wi-Fi for travelers’ entertainment.
  • Travelers are allowed to bring two personal items under 25 pounds, measuring not more than 14x11x7 inches. Carry-on items should be under 50 pounds and less than 28x22x14 inches in size. Make sure to tag your luggage with your name and address. Overweight bags must have items removed and be repacked to meet the 50-pound limit, and passengers have a limit of two excess bags, which will come with extra fees. Carry-on luggage must be kept close to passengers in overhead racks, designated luggage compartments, or under seats.
  • Traveling by train from Philadelphia to New York is the most efficient and comfortable mode of travel. Amtrak trips from Philadelphia to New York only take about an hour and get you directly to the middle of New York City, where flights can’t reach. Trains allow passengers to skip traffic, and travelers do not have to go through the hassle of security checks. Also, when traveling by train, you won’t need to arrive at the departure station an hour before the departure time. Unlike flights, if you book a train in advance when traveling from Philadelphia to New York, you will end up saving more money.
  • 25% of our users found round-trip train tickets from Philadelphia to New York for $22 or less.
  • You will generally catch the best train deals if you travel in the evening.
  • The cheapest train from Philadelphia to New York was found 86 days before departure, on average.

FAQs when traveling from Philadelphia to New York by train

  • Do Acela trains from Philadelphia to New York have different travel classes?

    Amtrak from Philadelphia to New York has two travel classes: regular and Acela. Regular class fares are more affordable than Acela class.  Acela, the faster of the two options, is mainly used by business travelers because it offers more seat space, personal outlets, reading lights, and USB ports. Regular class travelers can reserve seats with better views and curtains, along with ample legroom and adjustable reading lights.

  • Is Wi-Fi available on trains from Philadelphia to New York?

    Amtrak offers free Wi-Fi on trains traveling from Philadelphia to New York. The Wi-Fi network has enough bandwidth for passengers onboard to support general web browsing activities, but it will not sustain high-bandwidth online activities like downloading large files or streaming music and videos.

  • Can travelers bring pets onboard trains from Philadelphia to New York?

    Travelers can bring along their small dogs or cats on Amtrak trains. However, Acela Express trains do not allow pets onboard on weekends and holidays, and some trains do not allow pets at all. On Amtrak trains, pets must be under 20 pounds. A passenger can only bring one pet, which must be at least eight weeks old.

  • Are there restaurants on trains from Philadelphia to New York?

    Amtrak trains offer café service, where travelers can purchase a variety of meals, drinks, and snacks. Customers in all travel classes can take advantage of quick service from the café, which offers wide tables and comfortable seats where travelers can enjoy a meal with friends or new acquaintances. The menu varies by route; long-distance trains have more comprehensive meal plans, while short-distance trains have more snacks than meals.

  • How long is a train journey to New York from Philadelphia?

    The train journey from Philadelphia to New York takes 1h 27m on average and covers a distance of 82 miles.

  • What train companies travel from Philadelphia to New York?

    Amtrak is the only train operator serving this route.

  • How much does a train ticket from Philadelphia to New York cost?

    The average price of a round-trip train ticket from Philadelphia to New York is $41. In the last 3 days, the lowest price found by KAYAK users was $22.

Book Amtrak tickets from Philadelphia to New York (round-trip)

9/22Mon
nonstopAmtrak
1h 21mZFV-ZYP
9/23Tue
nonstopAmtrak
1h 28mZYP-ZFV
$22
9/29Mon
nonstopAmtrak
1h 27mZFV-ZYP
9/30Tue
nonstopAmtrak
1h 40mZYP-ZFV
$22
10/30Thu
nonstopAmtrak
1h 23mZFV-ZYP
11/1Sat
nonstopAmtrak
1h 24mZYP-ZFV
$22
10/29Wed
nonstopAmtrak
1h 21mZFV-ZYP
11/11Tue
nonstopAmtrak
1h 19mZYP-ZFV
$22
10/27Mon
nonstopAmtrak
1h 46mZFV-ZYP
11/11Tue
nonstopAmtrak
1h 25mZYP-ZFV
$22
9/28Sun
nonstopAmtrak
1h 46mZFV-ZYP
9/29Mon
nonstopAmtrak
1h 28mZYP-ZFV
$22
10/28Tue
nonstopAmtrak
1h 24mZFV-ZYP
11/10Mon
nonstopAmtrak
1h 28mZYP-ZFV
$22
10/12Sun
nonstopAmtrak
1h 24mZFV-ZYP
10/12Sun
nonstopAmtrak
1h 22mZYP-ZFV
$22
10/14Tue
nonstopAmtrak
1h 46mZFV-ZYP
10/15Wed
nonstopAmtrak
1h 28mZYP-ZFV
$22
11/27Thu
nonstopAmtrak
1h 24mZFV-ZYP
11/27Thu
nonstopAmtrak
1h 32mZYP-ZFV
$22
11/26Wed
nonstopAmtrak
1h 33mZFV-ZYP
11/30Sun
nonstopAmtrak
1h 25mZYP-ZFV
$22
10/12Sun
nonstopAmtrak
1h 24mZFV-ZYP
10/19Sun
nonstopAmtrak
1h 25mZYP-ZFV
$22
10/6Mon
nonstopAmtrak
1h 17mZTN-ZYP
10/7Tue
nonstopAmtrak
1h 03mZYP-ZTN
$22
10/27Mon
nonstopAmtrak
1h 46mZFV-ZYP
11/10Mon
nonstopAmtrak
1h 28mZYP-ZFV
$22
11/27Thu
nonstopAmtrak
1h 24mZFV-ZYP
11/28Fri
nonstopAmtrak
1h 25mZYP-ZFV
$22
10/16Thu
nonstopAmtrak
1h 46mZFV-ZYP
10/17Fri
nonstopAmtrak
1h 28mZYP-ZFV
$22
10/10Fri
nonstopAmtrak
1h 21mZFV-ZYP
10/14Tue
nonstopAmtrak
1h 25mZYP-ZFV
$22
9/29Mon
nonstopAmtrak
1h 21mZFV-ZYP
9/29Mon
nonstopAmtrak
1h 28mZYP-ZFV
$22
10/6Mon
nonstopAmtrak
1h 17mZTN-ZYP
10/6Mon
nonstopAmtrak
0h 57mZYP-ZTN
$22
12/20Sat
nonstopAmtrak
1h 26mZFV-ZYP
12/25Thu
nonstopAmtrak
1h 22mZYP-ZFV
$22

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Book train tickets from Philadelphia to New York (one-way)

9/23Tue
nonstopAmtrak
0h 37mZTN-ZRP
$6
9/22Mon
nonstopAmtrak
1h 02mZFV-ZRP
$11
10/25Sat
nonstopAmtrak
1h 27mZFV-ZYP
$11
9/21Sun
nonstopAmtrak
1h 07mZFV-ZRP
$11
10/24Fri
nonstopAmtrak
1h 46mZFV-ZYP
$11
9/26Fri
nonstopAmtrak
1h 46mZFV-ZYP
$17
10/5Sun
nonstopAmtrak
1h 46mZFV-ZYP
$17
9/21Sun
nonstopAmtrak
1h 27mZFV-ZYP
$17
9/21Sun
nonstopAmtrak
1h 27mZFV-ZYP
$17
9/27Sat
nonstopAmtrak
1h 27mZFV-ZYP
$17
9/22Mon
nonstopAmtrak
1h 40m9RD-ZRP
$26
9/22Mon
nonstopAmtrak
0h 59mZFV-EWR
$26
9/27Sat
nonstopAmtrak
1h 57m9RD-ZYP
$27
9/20Sat
nonstopAmtrak
1h 20mZFV-ZRP
$27
9/20Sat
nonstopAmtrak
1h 46mZFV-ZYP
$27
9/20Sat
nonstopAmtrak
1h 46mZFV-ZYP
$27
9/25Thu
nonstopAmtrak
1h 08mZFV-EWR
$27
10/25Sat
nonstopAmtrak
2h 03m9RD-ZYP
$27
10/6Mon
nonstopAcela
1h 21mZFV-ZYP
$68
9/22Mon
nonstopAmtrak
1h 08mZHC-ZRP
$70

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