How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Meriden?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Meriden start from $39. The average price for this train route is around $139. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Meriden?

The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Meriden is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 166 miles (267 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 55m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Meriden route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 15 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Meriden?

The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Meriden at 3:25am. And the latest train departs at 7:01pm.

Train Philadelphia to Meriden from $36 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Meriden on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:50pm	30th Street Station	4h 44m	11:34pm	Meriden, CT	Cheapest
Train	3:59pm	30th Street Station	4h 8m	8:07pm	Meriden, CT	Fastest
Train	4:55pm	30th Street Station	4h 29m	9:24pm	Meriden, CT	No tags
Train	4:55pm	30th Street Station	4h 29m	9:24pm	Meriden, CT	No tags
Train	7:01pm	30th Street Station	4h 33m	11:34pm	Meriden, CT	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:38 PM EST.

Get from Philadelphia to Meriden

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15train per day

4h 30mAverage Duration

166 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $39

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Meriden by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Meriden?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Meriden start from $39. The average price for this train route is around $139. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Meriden?
The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Meriden is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 166 miles (267 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 55m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Meriden route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 15 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Meriden?
The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Meriden at 3:25am. And the latest train departs at 7:01pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/10

$75

12/11

$56

Today

$103

12/13

No data

12/14

No data

12/15

$56

12/16

$36

12/17

$45

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Meriden was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $36

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Meriden, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $36 to $411 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Meriden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-12-16.