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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Bristow is to bus and train which costs $28 - $50 and takes 7h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Bristow is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Bristow?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia station to Bristow. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at University Commuter Lot via H St NE+Union Station Garage and I St NW @ 15th St NW. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Bristow?

No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia station to Bristow. However, there are services departing from 30th Street Station and arriving at Lead via Lead. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Bristow?

The distance between Philadelphia and Bristow is 171 miles. The road distance is 173.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Bristow without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs $35 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Philadelphia to Bristow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Bristow bus from?

Philadelphia to Bristow bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Philadelphia Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Bristow train from?

Philadelphia to Bristow train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from 30th Street Station.

Train or bus from Philadelphia to Bristow?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Bristow is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs $35 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $75 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Bristow bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Bristow bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Where does the Philadelphia to Bristow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Bristow?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Bristow is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Philadelphia to Bristow.

Where can I stay near Bristow?

There are 102+ hotels available in Bristow.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Washington Union Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
2. Take the train from Lead to Leadtrain Manassas Line
4h 17m
$39–646
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to College Park U of MD Metrorailbus Greyhound US0325S
2. Take the train from 3 to Leadtrain Manassas Line
7h 37m
$28–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Washington Union Stationbus FlixBus 2601 / ...
2. Take the bus from I St NW @ 15th St NW to University Commuter Lotbus 611 / ...
5h 10m
$52–74
Drive 172.7 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Bristowcar 172.7 mi
3h 13m
$32–46
Fly to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, train
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)plane PHL - DCA
2. Take the train from 3 to Leadtrain
4h 45m
$962–1,317
Fly to Washington Dulles International Airport, subway, train
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane PHL - IAD
2. Take the subway from Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platform to L'Enfant Plaza, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platformsubway
3. Take the train from 4 to Leadtrain
5h 45m
$963–1,218

Philadelphia to Bristow by train

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Distance: 170.1 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Bristow, Prince William County, VA, USA?

You can take a train from 30th Street Station to Lead via Washington Union Station and Lead in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Bristow via Washington Union Station, H St NE+Union Station Garage, I St NW @ 15th St NW, and University Commuter Lot in around 5h 10m.

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