The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT
Cheapest price
$151
Average price
$251
Fastest journey
4 h 13 m
Average duration
4 h 28 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
290 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT will cost around $251 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $151.
Of the 16 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Hartford, CT on Mon, Apr 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Apr 06 the direct trains cover the 290 km distance in an average of 4 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 13 m .
On Mon, Apr 06 the slowest trains will take 4 h 37 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.
654 Keystone Service · 136 Northeast Regional6:49 PM5h0730th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:56 PMHartford Union Station, Hartford, CT$1511One-way1 transfer
136 Northeast Regional7:01 PM4h5530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:56 PMHartford Union Station, Hartford, CT$1891One-way0 transfers
190 Northeast Regional · 470 Amtrak Hartford Line5:58 AM5h3730th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:35 AMHartford Union Station, Hartford, CT$1941One-way1 transfer
178 Northeast Regional · 478 Amtrak Hartford Line5:59 PM4h3930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA10:38 PMHartford Union Station, Hartford, CT$1941One-way1 transfer
190 Northeast Regional · 490 Amtrak Hartford Line5:58 AM4h2630th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA10:24 AMHartford Union Station, Hartford, CT$1941One-way1 transfer
56 Vermonter10:01 AM4h1330th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA2:14 PMHartford Union Station, Hartford, CT$2891One-way0 transfers
190 Northeast Regional · 490 Amtrak Hartford Line5:58 AM4h2630th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA10:24 AMHartford Union Station, Hartford, CT$1941One-way1 transfer
94 Northeast Regional · 494 Valley Flyer3:59 PM4h2830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA8:27 PMHartford Union Station, Hartford, CT$2941One-way1 transfer
174 Northeast Regional · 474 Amtrak Hartford Line12:32 PM4h3730th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA5:09 PMHartford Union Station, Hartford, CT$2941One-way1 transfer
170 Northeast Regional · 470 Amtrak Hartford Line6:58 AM4h3730th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:35 AMHartford Union Station, Hartford, CT$2941One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $123.
Distance: 180 miles (290 km)
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4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration Fastest 4h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT trains for today, Sunday, April 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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146 Northeast Regional | 10:19 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 4h33 | 2:52 AM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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66 Northeast Regional · 490 Amtrak Hartford Line | 7:22 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 7h02 | 2:24 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 1 transfer | |
190 Northeast Regional · 470 Amtrak Hartford Line | 9:58 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h37 | 3:35 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 1 transfer | |
190 Northeast Regional · 490 Amtrak Hartford Line | 9:58 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 4h26 | 2:24 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 1 transfer | |
170 Northeast Regional · 470 Amtrak Hartford Line | 10:58 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 4h37 | 3:35 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 1 transfer | |
130 Northeast Regional · 56 Vermonter | 12:34 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h40 | 6:14 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 1 transfer | |
56 Vermonter | 2:01 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 4h13 | 6:14 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
86 Northeast Regional · 486 Valley Flyer | 2:51 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 4h45 | 7:36 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 1 transfer | |
648 Keystone Service · 174 Northeast Regional · 474 Amtrak Hartford Line | 3:54 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h15 | 9:09 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 2 transfers | |
174 Northeast Regional · 474 Amtrak Hartford Line | 4:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 4h37 | 9:09 PM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 1 transfer | |
42 Pennsylvanian · 94 Northeast Regional · 494 Valley Flyer | 7:24 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h03 | 12:27 AM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 2 transfers | |
94 Northeast Regional · 494 Valley Flyer | 7:59 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 4h28 | 12:27 AM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 1 transfer | |
148 Northeast Regional | 8:55 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 4h53 | 1:48 AM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
652 Keystone Service · 178 Northeast Regional · 478 Amtrak Hartford Line | 9:17 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h21 | 2:38 AM Hartford Union Station, Hartford, CT | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 180 miles (290 km) distance in 4h 13m.
Distance 180 miles (290 km) |
Average train duration 4h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 13m |
First train 12:26 AM |
Last train 8:18 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Hartford, CT from $27 (€22). 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 Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT 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 Hartford, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Hartford, CT
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available with multiple access points around the station.
- Salute
- Max Downtown
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- The Goodwin Hotel
- Hilton Hartford
- Marriott Hartford Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- 4 places, covered
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and CTrail services
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTfastrak
- Local bus services
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