Edison to Philadelphia by train
Philadelphia lies 90 km (56 mi) south-west of Edison, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 13 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 109 km (68 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Edison | Philadelphia | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 102,548 | 1.6 million |
| Elevation | 27 m (89 ft) | 8 m (26 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Stations on record | Edison | Suburban Station, 30th Street Station, North Philadelphia station |
| Postal codes | 08817–08899 | 19019–19255 |
Where to book trains from Edison to Philadelphia
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Staying in Philadelphia
Our booking partner lists 762 places to stay in Philadelphia. Of the 537 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (211), and 7 are five-star. Across 163 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.1 out of 10. Guests have left 137,482 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Philadelphia from Edison?
90 km (56 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Edison; by road roughly 109 km (68 mi).
How long does it take to get from Edison to Philadelphia by train?
About 1 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Edison and Philadelphia?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where can I stay in Philadelphia?
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Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.