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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Carlisle is to bus which costs $17 - $35 and takes 3h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Carlisle is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia station to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at Hanover St & High St via Market Square Transfer Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Carlisle?

The distance between Philadelphia and Carlisle is 123 miles. The road distance is 123.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Carlisle without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 41m and costs $30 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Philadelphia to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Carlisle bus from?

Philadelphia to Carlisle bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Philadelphia Bus Station.

Where does the Philadelphia to Carlisle bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Carlisle bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Harrisburg Bus Station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Carlisle is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Philadelphia to Carlisle.

Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 67+ hotels available in Carlisle.

Philadelphia to Carlisle - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Harrisburgtrain Keystone Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Square Transfer Center to N Hanover St & Louther St WBbus C
3h 41m
$34–69
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0421 / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Square Transfer Center to Hanover St & High Stbus C
3h 51m
$17–32
Drive 122.8 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Carlislecar 122.8 mi
2h 7m
$23–33

Philadelphia to Carlisle by train, foot, and bus

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3h 41mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 122.2 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Carlisle, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Hanover St & High St via Harrisburg Bus Station and Market Square Transfer Center in around 3h 51m.

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