The average train between Philadelphia and Union takes 2h and the fastest train takes 1h 30m. There is an hourly train service from Philadelphia to Union. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Philadelphia and Union. The earliest departure is at 3:25 AM at night, and the last departure from Philadelphia is at 9:55 PM which arrives into Union at 12:32 AM. All services require a transfer at Newark, Penn Station and take an average of 2h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 8m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Philadelphia to Union? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia to Union. However, there are services departing from 30th Street Station and arriving at Newark Penn Station via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.
Philadelphia to Union train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from 30th Street Station.
Philadelphia to Union train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Newark Penn Station.
The distance between Philadelphia and Union is 112.7 km. The road distance is 123 km.
Amtrak operates a train from 30th Street Station to Newark Penn Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $40–70 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Amtrak Acela also services this route every 2 hours.