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Trip Overview

The average train between Philadelphia and Elizabeth takes 1h 33m and the fastest train takes 1h 16m. There is an hourly train service from Philadelphia to Elizabeth. 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 33m
Duration
86 mi
Distance
$298
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Newark Penn Stationtrain train Keystone Service / ...
1h 28m
$21–598

Philadelphia to Elizabeth train times

Trains run hourly between Philadelphia and Elizabeth. The earliest departure is at 3:25 AM at night, and the last departure from Philadelphia is at 11:18 PM which arrives into Elizabeth at 12:44 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaNJ Transit1h 26m • 1 change

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    AmtrakNJ Transit1h 40m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaNJ Transit1h 30m • 1 change

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    AmtrakNJ Transit1h 34m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ Transit2h 15m • 1 change

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    AmtrakNJ Transit1h 27m • 1 change

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    AmtrakNJ Transit1h 33m • 1 change

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    Amtrak AcelaNJ Transit1h 50m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ Transit2h 21m • 1 change

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    AmtrakNJ Transit1h 23m • 1 change

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    AmtrakNJ Transit1h 29m • 1 change

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    AmtrakNJ Transit1h 23m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Philadelphia to Elizabeth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 85.7 mi
  • Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Elizabeth, NJ, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from 30th Street Station to Newark Penn Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $19–50 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Amtrak Acela also services this route every 2 hours.

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