How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Newark?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Newark start at NOK 125. The average price for this train route is around NOK 270. 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 4m and covers 122 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 11:23pm.

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 16 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 4.7 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 NOK 106 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Newark on April 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:52pm	30th Street Station	1h 1m	10:53pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	6:37am	30th Street Station	53m	7:30am	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	9:08am	30th Street Station	1h 9m	10:17am	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 April 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:15am	30th Street Station	59m	6:14am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	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	7:14am	30th Street Station	1h 7m	8:21am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Newark on April 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:41pm	30th Street Station	1h 3m	9:44pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	6:37am	30th Street Station	53m	7:30am	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	9:08am	30th Street Station	1h 9m	10:17am	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 April 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:41pm	30th Street Station	1h 3m	9:44pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	6:37am	30th Street Station	53m	7:30am	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	9:08am	30th Street Station	1h 9m	10:17am	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 April 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:41pm	30th Street Station	1h 3m	9:44pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	6:37am	30th Street Station	53m	7:30am	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	9:08am	30th Street Station	1h 9m	10:17am	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

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:49 PM EDT.

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 4 minutes, and with fares starting at just NOK 125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

59train per day

1h 4mAverage Duration

122 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceNOK 106 - NOK 1,423	Average Duration2h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceNOK 125 - NOK 3,836	Average Duration1h 4m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,789 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

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

4.5/516 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi4.0

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

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 NOK 125. The average price for this train route is around NOK 270. 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 4m and covers 122 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 11:23pm.
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 16 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 4.7 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

04-19

NOK 106

04-20

NOK 106

Today

NOK 106

04-22

NOK 163

04-23

NOK 163

04-24

NOK 163

04-25

NOK 259

04-26

NOK 163

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Apr 19, 2026 with a price of NOK 106

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 NOK 106 to NOK 4,690 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 NOK 163 which is on 2026-04-22.

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 30m	Avg PriceNOK 944	Daily Departures69
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time1h 4m	Avg PriceNOK 270	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 NOK 270 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from NOK 125. 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 4m —that's the fastest way to get there!