What is the cheapest way to get from Chester to Philadelphia?

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Philadelphia is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester to Philadelphia?

The fastest way to get from Chester to Philadelphia is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Philadelphia station. However, there are services departing from Bedminster and arriving at Philadelphia Bus Station via Terminal B and Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Philadelphia station. However, there are services departing from Gladstone and arriving at 30th Street Station via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Chester to Philadelphia?

The distance between Chester and Philadelphia is 122 miles. The road distance is 76.5 miles.

How do I travel from Chester to Philadelphia without a car?

The best way to get from Chester to Philadelphia without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs $45 - $650.

How long does it take to get from Chester to Philadelphia?

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Chester to Philadelphia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Philadelphia bus from?

Chester to Philadelphia bus services, operated by Yes Blue Transportation, depart from Bedminster station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Philadelphia train from?

Chester to Philadelphia train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Gladstone station.

Train or bus from Chester to Philadelphia?

The best way to get from Chester to Philadelphia is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs $45 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Chester to Philadelphia bus arrive?

Chester to Philadelphia bus services, operated by Yes Blue Transportation, arrive at Newark station.

Where does the Chester to Philadelphia train arrive?

Chester to Philadelphia train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Newark Broad St station.

Can I drive from Chester to Philadelphia?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Philadelphia is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Chester to Philadelphia.

Where can I stay near Philadelphia?

There are 946+ hotels available in Philadelphia.

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There are 3 ways to get from Chester to Philadelphia by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gladstone to Newark Broad Sttrain Mneg
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
2h 55m
$46–651
Drive 76 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Philadelphiacar 76 mi
1h 43m
$14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bedminster to Newarkbus Blu 5Ampa / ...
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2602 / ...
3h 58m

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Distance: 121.2 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Chester, NJ, USA and Philadelphia, PA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Chester to 30th Street Station via Gladstone, Newark Broad St, University Ave At Lackawanna Ave, Newark, Penn Station, and Newark Penn Station in around 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Chester to Philadelphia Bus Station via Bedminster, Newark, Terminal B, and Newark Penn Station in around 3h 58m.

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