Train Metuchen to Philadelphia from $26 | Tickets & Timetables

Trip Overview

The average train between Metuchen and Philadelphia takes 1h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h 1m. There is a train service every few hours from Metuchen 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 22m
Duration: 69 mi
Distance: $26
Average price: Hourly
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

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Take the train from Metropark Amtrak Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Northeast Regional

1h 21m

$21–54

Metuchen to Philadelphia train times

Trains run hourly between Metuchen and Philadelphia. The earliest departure is at 12:00 AM at night, and the last departure from Metuchen is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Philadelphia at 12:51 AM. All services require a transfer at Metropark and take an average of 1h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, April 29, 2026

12:00 AM → 1:39 AM
1h 39m • 1 change
4:22 AM → 5:40 AM
1h 18m • 1 change
4:53 AM → 6:22 AM
1h 29m • 1 change
5:40 AM → 6:41 AM
1h 1m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, April 30, 2026

12:00 AM → 1:39 AM
1h 39m • 1 change
4:22 AM → 5:40 AM
1h 18m • 1 change
4:53 AM → 6:22 AM
1h 29m • 1 change
5:40 AM → 6:41 AM
1h 1m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, May 1, 2026

12:00 AM → 1:39 AM
1h 39m • 1 change
4:22 AM → 5:40 AM
1h 18m • 1 change
4:53 AM → 6:22 AM
1h 29m • 1 change
5:40 AM → 6:41 AM
1h 1m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Metuchen to Philadelphia.

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Distance: 68.5 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

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

Amtrak Northeast Regional operates a train from Metropark Amtrak Station to 30th Street Station hourly. Tickets cost $9–220 and the journey takes 46 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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