How to get from Elizabeth to Philadelphia by metro and train?

From Elizabeth to Philadelphia by metro and train

To get from Elizabeth to Philadelphia you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one metro line: take the NC train from Elizabeth station to Trenton station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRE train and finally take the L1 metro from 30th St Station station to 13th St Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 18 min. The metro and train schedule from Elizabeth may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Philadelphia on the Moovit app.

138min
Train - NC
Train - TRE
TRE
Metro - L1
Walk to Philadelphia
Leaves from Elizabeth

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Elizabeth
  • 2
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3825| Trenton Transit Center
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Trenton
    64 min
  • 4
    Train - TRETRE
    Wait for train
    TRE
    #9708 - Temple University
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    30th Street
    48 min
  • 6
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    30th St Station
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Metro - L1
    Wait for metro
    L1
    Frankford Transit Center
  • 8
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    13th St Station
    3 min
  • 9
    Walk to Philadelphia
    Walk to
    Philadelphia
    50 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Elizabeth to Philadelphia by train

To get from Elizabeth to Philadelphia in Philadelphia, take the NC train from Elizabeth station to Trenton station. Next, take the TRE train from Trenton station to Suburban Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 23 min. The metro and train schedule from Elizabeth may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Philadelphia on the Moovit app.

143min
Train - NC
Train - TRE
TRE
Walk to Philadelphia
Leaves from Elizabeth

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Elizabeth
  • 2
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3825| Trenton Transit Center
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Trenton
    64 min
  • 4
    Train - TRETRE
    Wait for train
    TRE
    #9708 - Temple University
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Suburban Station
    53 min
  • 6
    Walk to Philadelphia
    Walk to
    Philadelphia
    490 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Elizabeth to Philadelphia

The distance between Elizabeth and Philadelphia is approximately 76.15 mi, which can typically be travelled in 138 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Elizabeth to Philadelphia by metro and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Philadelphia – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Metro And Train schedule from Elizabeth to Philadelphia

To check the metro and train schedule from Elizabeth to Philadelphia using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Elizabeth) and destination (Philadelphia), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available metro and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each metro and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest metro and train schedules.

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From Elizabeth to Philadelphia by train

To get from Elizabeth to Philadelphia in Philadelphia, take the NC train from Elizabeth station to Trenton station. Next, take the TRE train from Trenton station to Suburban Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 23 min. The metro and train schedule from Elizabeth may change. We recommend you check the updated metro and train schedule to Philadelphia on the Moovit app.

143min
Train - NC
Train - TRE
TRE
Walk to Philadelphia
Leaves from Elizabeth

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Elizabeth
  • 2
    Train - NCNC
    Wait for train
    NC
    #3825| Trenton Transit Center
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Trenton
    64 min
  • 4
    Train - TRETRE
    Wait for train
    TRE
    #9708 - Temple University
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Suburban Station
    53 min
  • 6
    Walk to Philadelphia
    Walk to
    Philadelphia
    490 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Elizabeth to Philadelphia?

    The fastest way takes 138 minutes, using Train line NC, Train line TRE, Metro line L1.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Elizabeth to Philadelphia?

    The alternative route takes 143 minutes, using Train line NC, Train line TRE.

  • Is there a direct train between Elizabeth and Philadelphia in Philadelphia?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one metro line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 18 min.

  • Which train line goes from Elizabeth to Philadelphia in Philadelphia?

    The NC train line goes from Trenton station near Elizabeth in Philadelphia to 30th Street station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one metro line till 30th Street station near Philadelphia.

  • How long does it take to travel from Elizabeth to Philadelphia in Philadelphia by train and metro?

    The total travel time between Elizabeth and Philadelphia by train and metro is about 2 hr 18 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Elizabeth to get to Philadelphia in Philadelphia?

    Get on the NC train from the Trenton station near Elizabeth in Philadelphia.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Elizabeth and Philadelphia in Philadelphia?

    Get off the train at the 30th Street station, which is closest to Philadelphia.

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