The cheapest and fastest trains from Union City, NJ to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
1 h 22 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
133 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Union City, NJ 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 Union City, NJ to Philadelphia, PA will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 1 trains that leave Union City, NJ for Philadelphia, PA on Tue, Apr 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Apr 07 the direct trains cover the 133 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
On Tue, Apr 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 22 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.
4:58 AM1h22Union City, NJ6:20 AMPhiladelphia, PA$121One-way0 transfers
4:58 AM1h22Union City, NJ6:20 AMPhiladelphia, PA$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Union City, NJ to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Union City, NJ to Philadelphia, PA 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 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a bus costs an average of $20.
Distance: 82 miles (133 km)
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$12 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price |
1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Union City, NJ to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Union City, NJ to Philadelphia, PA 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
637 Keystone Service | 4:14 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h06 | 5:20 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
169 Northeast Regional | 4:20 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h25 | 5:45 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
169 Northeast Regional | 4:37 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h08 | 5:45 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
89 Palmetto | 10:02 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h24 | 11:26 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
89 Palmetto | 10:19 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h07 | 11:26 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
51 Cardinal | 10:40 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h27 | 12:07 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
661 Keystone Service | 11:00 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h24 | 12:24 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
51 Cardinal | 11:02 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h05 | 12:07 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
79 Carolinian | 11:04 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h45 | 12:49 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
661 Keystone Service | 11:17 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h07 | 12:24 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
79 Carolinian | 11:24 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h25 | 12:49 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
153 Northeast Regional | 12:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h25 | 1:30 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
153 Northeast Regional | 12:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h08 | 1:30 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
153 Northeast Regional | 12:27 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h03 | 1:30 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
103 Northeast Regional | 12:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h28 | 2:17 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2205 NextGen Acela | 1:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h11 | 2:11 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
155 Northeast Regional | 1:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h30 | 2:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
103 Northeast Regional | 1:06 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h11 | 2:17 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
663 Keystone Service | 1:09 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h26 | 2:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2205 NextGen Acela | 1:14 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h57 | 2:11 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
155 Northeast Regional | 1:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h13 | 2:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
663 Keystone Service | 1:27 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h08 | 2:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
143 Northeast Regional | 1:47 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h30 | 3:17 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2207 Acela | 2:03 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h11 | 3:14 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
143 Northeast Regional | 2:04 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h13 | 3:17 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
143 Northeast Regional | 2:09 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h08 | 3:17 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2207 Acela | 2:17 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h57 | 3:14 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
121 Northeast Regional | 2:29 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h22 | 3:51 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
121 Northeast Regional | 2:45 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h06 | 3:51 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pennsylvanian | 2:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h24 | 4:16 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
195 Northeast Regional | 3:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h21 | 4:26 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
43 Pennsylvanian | 3:09 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h07 | 4:16 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2271 Acela | 3:20 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h13 | 4:33 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
195 Northeast Regional | 3:23 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h03 | 4:26 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2271 Acela | 3:34 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h59 | 4:33 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
157 Northeast Regional | 4:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h25 | 5:30 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
157 Northeast Regional | 4:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h08 | 5:30 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
105 Northeast Regional | 4:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h30 | 5:54 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
157 Northeast Regional | 4:27 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h03 | 5:30 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
105 Northeast Regional | 4:41 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h13 | 5:54 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
145 Northeast Regional | 4:55 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h23 | 6:18 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
665 Keystone Service | 5:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h22 | 6:27 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
145 Northeast Regional | 5:12 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h06 | 6:18 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
145 Northeast Regional | 5:17 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h01 | 6:18 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
99 Northeast Regional | 5:17 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h24 | 6:41 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
665 Keystone Service | 5:23 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h04 | 6:27 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2265 NextGen Acela | 5:30 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h10 | 6:40 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
99 Northeast Regional | 5:35 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h06 | 6:41 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2265 NextGen Acela | 5:44 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h56 | 6:40 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
19 Crescent | 6:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h31 | 7:31 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 6:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h27 | 7:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
19 Crescent | 6:20 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h11 | 7:31 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 6:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h10 | 7:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 6:27 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h05 | 7:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
97 Silver Meteor | 6:30 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h35 | 8:05 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
97 Silver Meteor | 6:53 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h12 | 8:05 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 7:04 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h27 | 8:31 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
667 Keystone Service | 7:13 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h26 | 8:39 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 7:21 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h10 | 8:31 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 7:26 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h05 | 8:31 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
667 Keystone Service | 7:32 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h07 | 8:39 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
189 Northeast Regional | 8:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h25 | 9:30 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
189 Northeast Regional | 8:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h08 | 9:30 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
189 Northeast Regional | 8:27 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h03 | 9:30 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2255 Acela | 9:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h11 | 10:11 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
149 Northeast Regional | 9:04 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h28 | 10:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2255 Acela | 9:14 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h57 | 10:11 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
669 Keystone Service | 9:17 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h20 | 10:37 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
149 Northeast Regional | 9:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h10 | 10:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
149 Northeast Regional | 9:27 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h05 | 10:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
669 Keystone Service | 9:34 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h03 | 10:37 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
135 Northeast Regional | 10:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h27 | 11:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2257 NextGen Acela | 10:10 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h08 | 11:18 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
135 Northeast Regional | 10:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h10 | 11:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2257 NextGen Acela | 10:24 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h54 | 11:18 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
135 Northeast Regional | 10:27 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h05 | 11:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
57 Vermonter | 11:01 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h22 | 12:23 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
57 Vermonter | 11:18 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h05 | 12:23 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
671 Keystone Service | 11:53 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h23 | 1:16 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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165 Northeast Regional | 12:01 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h34 | 1:35 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
671 Keystone Service | 12:09 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h07 | 1:16 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
165 Northeast Regional | 12:18 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h17 | 1:35 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
165 Northeast Regional | 12:23 AM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1h12 | 1:35 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2259 NextGen Acela | 12:24 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h11 | 1:35 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2259 NextGen Acela | 12:38 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h57 | 1:35 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2275 Acela | 1:20 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h07 | 2:27 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
139 Northeast Regional | 1:22 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h23 | 2:45 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
2275 Acela | 1:34 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0h53 | 2:27 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
139 Northeast Regional | 1:37 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h08 | 2:45 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
123 Northeast Regional | 1:49 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h20 | 3:09 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
123 Northeast Regional | 2:06 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1h03 | 3:09 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 3:23 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h31 | 4:54 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Union City, NJ to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Union City, NJ to Philadelphia, PA run on average 91 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 91 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:11, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 82 miles (133 km) distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 82 miles (133 km) |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 91 |
Direct trains 91 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 12:11 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Union City, NJ to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Union City, NJ and Philadelphia, PA 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 Union City, NJ to Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Union City, NJ 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 Union City, NJ to Philadelphia, PA
- 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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