The cheapest and fastest trains from New Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$111
Average price
$296
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Haven, CT 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 New Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA will cost around $296 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $111.
Of the 31 trains that leave New Haven, CT for Philadelphia, PA on Thu, Apr 02, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 241 km distance in an average of 2 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 3 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.
55 Vermonter4:31 PM3h36Union Station, New Haven, CT8:07 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$1111One-way0 transfers
179 Northeast Regional10:12 PM3h30Union Station, New Haven, CT1:42 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$1451One-way0 transfers
479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 179 Northeast Regional8:55 PM4h47New Haven, CT1:42 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$1481One-way1 transfer
67 Northeast Regional9:10 PM3h44Union Station, New Haven, CT12:54 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$2241One-way0 transfers
175 Northeast Regional5:55 PM3h24Union Station, New Haven, CT9:19 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$2241One-way0 transfers
2167 Acela3:16 PM2h51Union Station, New Haven, CT6:07 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$5091One-way0 transfers
2163 NextGen Acela1:13 PM2h55Union Station, New Haven, CT4:08 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$5091One-way0 transfers
2155 NextGen Acela9:14 AM2h56Union Station, New Haven, CT12:10 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$3371One-way0 transfers
2159 Acela11:16 AM2h56Union Station, New Haven, CT2:12 PM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$4131One-way0 transfers
2153 Acela8:09 AM3h01Union Station, New Haven, CT11:10 AM30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA$3371One-way0 transfers
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Compare bus and train for New Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $31.
Distance: 149 miles (241 km)
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$64 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest |
4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
New Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for New Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
141 Northeast Regional | 9:34 AM New Haven, CT | 4h13 | 1:47 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
141 Northeast Regional | 10:12 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h35 | 1:47 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2153 Acela | 12:09 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h01 | 3:10 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
495 Amtrak Hartford Line · 95 Northeast Regional | 12:19 PM New Haven, CT | 3h37 | 3:56 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
95 Northeast Regional | 12:43 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h13 | 3:56 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
125 Northeast Regional | 1:00 PM New Haven, CT | 4h00 | 5:00 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 1:14 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h56 | 4:10 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
125 Northeast Regional | 1:35 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h25 | 5:00 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
471 Valley Flyer · 171 Northeast Regional | 2:10 PM New Haven, CT | 4h05 | 6:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
171 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor | 2:38 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 5h27 | 8:05 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
171 Northeast Regional | 2:38 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h37 | 6:15 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2159 Acela | 3:16 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h56 | 6:12 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2159 Acela+ 19 Crescent | 3:16 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 4h15 | 7:31 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
2159 Acela+ 97 Silver Meteor | 3:16 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 4h49 | 8:05 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
93 Northeast Regional | 3:58 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h26 | 7:24 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 4:42 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h50 | 8:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2163 NextGen Acela | 5:13 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h55 | 8:08 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
473 Amtrak Hartford Line · 173 Northeast Regional | 5:20 PM New Haven, CT | 4h09 | 9:29 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
173 Northeast Regional | 6:07 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h22 | 9:29 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2167 Acela | 7:16 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 2h51 | 10:07 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 8:21 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h29 | 11:50 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
55 Vermonter | 8:31 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h36 | 12:07 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2171 NextGen Acela | 9:24 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h05 | 12:29 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 9:55 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h24 | 1:19 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
417 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional | 11:55 PM New Haven, CT | 4h59 | 4:54 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
417 Amtrak Hartford Line · 177 Northeast Regional | 11:55 PM New Haven, CT | 3h53 | 3:48 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, April 2 | |||||
177 Northeast Regional | 12:13 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h35 | 3:48 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional | 12:55 AM New Haven, CT | 3h59 | 4:54 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 179 Northeast Regional | 12:55 AM New Haven, CT | 4h47 | 5:42 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
67 Northeast Regional | 1:10 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h44 | 4:54 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
179 Northeast Regional | 2:12 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 3h30 | 5:42 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from New Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA run on average 29 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 149 miles (241 km) distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 149 miles (241 km) |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 12:26 AM |
Last train 10:35 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from New Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New Haven, CT and Philadelphia, PA from $30 (€24). 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 New Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Haven, CT 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 New Haven, CT to Philadelphia, PA
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with both short-term and long-term options.
- Union League Cafe
- Zinc New Haven
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- The Study at Yale
- Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
- New Haven Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metro-North services
- Hall 2: ticketing and waiting area
- Hall 3: access to parking and car rental services
- Bus: CTtransit New Haven routes
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional, Acela Express
- Metro-North Railroad: New Haven Line
- 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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