What is the cheapest way to get from Bethesda to Villanova University?

The cheapest way to get from Bethesda to Villanova University is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bethesda to Villanova University?

The fastest way to get from Bethesda to Villanova University is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Bethesda and Villanova University?

No, there is no direct bus from Bethesda to Villanova University station. However, there are services departing from Bethesda and arriving at Gulph Mills Station - onsite via Baltimore Downtown Bus Station and 13th St & Market St - MBFS. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Bethesda and Villanova University?

No, there is no direct train from Bethesda to Villanova University. However, there are services departing from Bethesda, Red Line Center Platform and arriving at Villanova via Washington Union Station and Gray 30th St Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Bethesda to Villanova University?

The distance between Bethesda and Villanova University is 153 miles. The road distance is 137.6 miles.

How do I travel from Bethesda to Villanova University without a car?

The best way to get from Bethesda to Villanova University without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs $30 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Bethesda to Villanova University?

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Bethesda to Villanova University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bethesda to Villanova University bus from?

Bethesda to Villanova University bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Bethesda station.

Where do I catch the Bethesda to Villanova University train from?

Bethesda to Villanova University train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from Washington Union Station.

Train or bus from Bethesda to Villanova University?

The best way to get from Bethesda to Villanova University is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs $30 - $85. Alternatively, you can bus via Baltimore, which costs $24 - $45 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Bethesda to Villanova University bus arrive?

Bethesda to Villanova University bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Baltimore Downtown Bus Station.

Where does the Bethesda to Villanova University train arrive?

Bethesda to Villanova University train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at 30th Street Station.

Can I drive from Bethesda to Villanova University?

Yes, the driving distance between Bethesda to Villanova University is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Bethesda to Villanova University.

Where can I stay near Villanova University?

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Bethesda to Villanova University - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Bethesda to Villanova University by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, subway, plane, train, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Acela
3h 20m
$34–81
Bus via Baltimore
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bethesda to Baltimore Downtown Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2605 / ...
2. Take the bus from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0320 / ...
5h 10m
$24–42
Drive 136.8 mi
1. Drive from Bethesda to Villanova Universitycar 136.8 mi
2h 32m
$25–37
Subway to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, fly, train
1. Take the subway from Bethesda, Red Line Center Platform to Farragut North, Red Line Center Platformsubway
2. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane DCA - PHL
3. Take the train from Gray 30th St Station to Villanovatrain
4h 24m
$959–1,314
Bus
1. Take the bus from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PAbus Washington
6h 7m
$44–101
Subway to Washington Dulles International Airport, fly
1. Take the subway from Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform to Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platformsubway
2. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane IAD - PHL
4h 59m
$958–1,213

Bethesda to Villanova University by subway, train, and foot (Amtrak)

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Distance: 152.6 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Bethesda, MD, USA and Villanova University, PA, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Station hourly. Tickets cost $30–650 and the journey takes 1h 42m. Amtrak also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bethesda to Villanova University via Baltimore Downtown Bus Station, Philadelphia Bus Station, 13th St & Market St - MBFS, Gulph Mills Station - onsite, Gulph Mills, and Villanova South in around 5h 10m.

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