The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, NJ
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$127
Fastest journey
42 m
Average duration
45 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, NJ 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 Iselin, NJ will cost around $127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
Of the 19 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Iselin, NJ on Thu, Apr 02, 19 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 99 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 49 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.
198 Northeast Regional11:15 PM0h5730th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA12:12 AMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$581One-way0 transfers
20 Crescent4:57 PM1h0430th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA6:01 PMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$801One-way0 transfers
90 Palmetto9:55 PM0h5330th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA10:48 PMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$801One-way0 transfers
138 Northeast Regional8:35 PM1h0130th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA9:36 PMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$801One-way0 transfers
172 Northeast Regional9:08 AM0h5730th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA10:05 AMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$1071One-way0 transfers
2124 Acela8:04 PM0h4230th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA8:46 PMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$1191One-way0 transfers
2122 Acela7:05 PM0h4230th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA7:47 PMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$1451One-way0 transfers
2162 NextGen Acela11:05 AM0h4530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:50 AMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$2611One-way0 transfers
134 Northeast Regional1:58 PM0h4930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA2:47 PMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$1341One-way0 transfers
86 Northeast Regional10:51 AM0h4930th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:40 AMMetropark Station, Iselin, NJ$1341One-way0 transfers
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Compare train and bus for Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a bus costs an average of $18.
Distance: 61 miles (99 km)
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Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, NJ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
130 Northeast Regional | 12:34 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h50 | 1:24 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 1:08 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h57 | 2:05 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 2:51 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h49 | 3:40 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
2162 NextGen Acela | 3:05 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h45 | 3:50 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 4:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h04 | 5:36 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
84 Northeast Regional | 5:07 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h51 | 5:58 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
134 Northeast Regional | 5:58 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h49 | 6:47 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 7:23 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h51 | 8:14 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
148 Northeast Regional | 8:55 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h52 | 9:47 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
20 Crescent | 8:57 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h04 | 10:01 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
652 Keystone Service | 9:17 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h59 | 10:16 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 9:26 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h52 | 10:18 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
136 Northeast Regional | 11:01 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h52 | 11:53 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
2122 Acela | 11:05 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h42 | 11:47 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, April 2 | |||||
2124 Acela | 12:04 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h42 | 12:46 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
138 Northeast Regional | 12:35 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 1h01 | 1:36 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
90 Palmetto | 1:55 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h53 | 2:48 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
198 Northeast Regional | 3:15 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h57 | 4:12 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 10:58 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0h54 | 11:52 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, NJ
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, NJ run on average 18 times per day, taking around 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 61 miles (99 km) distance in 50m.
Distance 61 miles (99 km) |
Average train duration 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak, SEPTA from Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, NJ trainsAmtrak, SEPTA trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Iselin, NJ from $12 (€10). 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 Iselin, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, NJ 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 Iselin, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Iselin, NJ
- 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
- 5:30 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 8:30 PM Saturday - Sunday
- The car park is open 7 days a week with multiple entry points.
- Le Malt Lounge
- Jose Tejas
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- APA Hotel Woodbridge
- Renaissance Woodbridge Hotel
- Extended Stay America - Edison - Raritan Center
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and NJ Transit services
- Hall 2: ticketing and waiting area
- Bus: NJ Transit Bus 48, 801, 802
- Train: Amtrak Northeast Corridor Line, NJ Transit Northeast Corridor Line
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