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 $45 - $70 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Philadelphia is to fly which takes 2h 21m and costs $110 - $550.

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 Richmond and arriving at Philadelphia Bus Station via Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct train from Chester station to Philadelphia station. However, there are services departing from Petersburg Amtrak Station and arriving at 30th Street Station via Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Chester to Philadelphia?

The distance between Chester and Philadelphia is 224 miles. The road distance is 256.4 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 bus and train which takes 4h 11m and costs $95 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m 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 Greyhound USA, depart from Richmond station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Philadelphia train from?

Chester to Philadelphia train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Petersburg Amtrak Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chester to Philadelphia?

The best way to get from Chester to Philadelphia is to fly which takes 2h 21m and costs $110 - $550. Alternatively, you can train via Washington, which costs $110 - $220 and takes 5h 25m, you could also bus, which costs $75 - $140 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Chester to Philadelphia bus arrive?

Chester to Philadelphia bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Where does the Chester to Philadelphia train arrive?

Chester to Philadelphia train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from Chester to Philadelphia?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Philadelphia is 256 miles. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Chester to Philadelphia.

How do I get a train ticket from Chester to Philadelphia?

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Where can I stay near Philadelphia?

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Chester to Philadelphia - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Chester to Philadelphia by plane, bus, train, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Richmond International Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane RIC - PHL
2h 21m
$113–526
Drive 254.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Philadelphiacar 254.9 mi
4h 51m
$47–68
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Richmond to Washington Union Stationbus Greyhound US0670 / ...
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Acela
4h 11m
$99–182
Train via Washington (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Petersburg Amtrak Station to Washington Union Stationtrain Floridian / ...
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Acela
5h 25m
$115–215
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Petersburg Amtrak Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Carolinian / ...
6h 5m
$115–215
Bus
1. Take the bus from Richmond to Washington Union Stationbus Greyhound US0670 / ...
2. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2601 / ...
6h 21m
$80–137

Richmond International Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) flights

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Distance: 222.6 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Richmond International Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Chester to 30th Street Station via Petersburg Amtrak Station and Washington Union Station in around 5h 25m.

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