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Trip Overview

The average train between Columbia University and Philadelphia takes 1h 47m and the fastest train takes 1h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Columbia University to Philadelphia. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 47m
Duration
95 mi
Distance
$303
Average price
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Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to 30th Street Stationtrain train Keystone Service / ...
2h 2m
$23–603

Columbia University to Philadelphia train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Columbia University and Philadelphia. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Columbia University is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Philadelphia at 1:39 AM. All services require a transfer at 116 St-Columbia University and take an average of 1h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    MTAAmtrak Acela1h 32m • 1 change

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    MTAAmtrak1h 40m • 1 change

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    MTAAmtrak1h 43m • 1 change

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    MTAAmtrak Acela1h 31m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    MTAAmtrak6h 48m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 95.3 mi
  • Duration: 1h 47m

What companies run services between Columbia University, NY, USA and Philadelphia, PA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to 30th Street Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $50–80 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Amtrak Acela also services this route hourly.

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