What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Brown University?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Brown University is to bus which costs $45 - $75 and takes 7h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Brown University?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Brown University is to fly which takes 4h 29m and costs $40 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Brown University?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia station to Brown University. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at Providence via New York Midtown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Brown University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 30th Street Station station and arriving at Providence. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Brown University?

The distance between Philadelphia and Brown University is 281 miles. The road distance is 270.7 miles.

How do I travel from Philadelphia to Brown University without a car?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Brown University without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs $75 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to Brown University?

The train from 30Th Street Station to Providence takes 4h 27m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Brown University bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Brown University train from?

Philadelphia to Brown University train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from 30th Street Station.

Train, bus or fly from Philadelphia to Brown University?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Brown University is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs $75 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $75 and takes 7h 4m, you could also fly, which costs $40 - $300 and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Brown University bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Brown University bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at New York Midtown station.

Where does the Philadelphia to Brown University train arrive?

Philadelphia to Brown University train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at Providence station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Brown University?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Brown University is 271 miles. It takes approximately 5h 11m to drive from Philadelphia to Brown University.

How do I get a train ticket from Philadelphia to Brown University?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Brown University?

Book your Philadelphia to Brown University bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Brown University?

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Philadelphia to Brown University - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Philadelphia to Brown University by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, plane, bus (Greyhound), train, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Providencetrain Acela
4h 46m
$75–170
Fly to Theodore Francis Green State Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Theodore Francis Green State Airport (PVD)plane PHL - PVD
4h 29m
$44–300
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to New York Midtownbus FlixBus 2602 / ...
2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Providencebus FlixBus 2681 / ...
7h 4m
$45–72
Drive 269.1 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Brown Universitycar 269.1 mi
5h 11m
$50–71
Bus via New York
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0305 / ...
2. Take the bus from New York to Providencebus Bz 0210
7h 20m
$55–118
Fly to Boston Logan Airport, train
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane PHL - BOS
2. Take the train from Boston to Providencetrain
4h 36m
$189–1,512
Fly to Manchester Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Manchester Airport (MHT)plane PHL - MHT
2. Take the bus from Boston Manchester Airport to Bostonbus
3. Take the train from Boston to Providencetrain
6h 48m
$78–1,037
Fly to Worcester Regional Airport, bus
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Worcester Regional Airport (ORH)plane PHL - ORH
2. Take the bus from Worcester Union Station to Providencebus
6h 34m
$71–432

Philadelphia to Brown University by train and foot (Amtrak)

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4h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 279.1 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Brown University, RI, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from 30th Street Station to Providence every 4 hours. Tickets cost $60–800 and the journey takes 4h 27m. Amtrak also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Brown University via New York Midtown and Providence in around 7h 4m.

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