PHILADELPHIA--SEPTEMBER 25, 2012-- For the next 72 hours, Amtrak is slashing the price of fares to New York City from Philadelphia to $25 each way, including tax.

Knocking as much as $72 off regular fares, this deal is available for travel Nov. 28 - Dec. 13 -- ideal for a hassle-free holiday shopping trip to Manhattan.

Sale ends at 11:59 p.m. ET Thursday, Sept. 27.