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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Elmira is to bus via Philadelphia Bus Station which costs $35 - $75 and takes 8h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Elmira is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Elmira?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia station to Elmira. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia 30th St Station and arriving at Elmira via Scranton Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Elmira?

The distance between Philadelphia and Elmira is 251 miles. The road distance is 204.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Elmira without a car is to bus which takes 6h and costs $70 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Philadelphia to Elmira, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Elmira bus from?

Philadelphia to Elmira bus services, operated by Martz Bus, depart from Philadelphia 30th St Station.

Where does the Philadelphia to Elmira bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Elmira bus services, operated by Martz Bus, arrive at Scranton station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Elmira?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Elmira is 205 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Philadelphia to Elmira.

How do I get a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Elmira?

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Where can I stay near Elmira?

There are 38+ hotels available in Elmira.

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There are 5 ways to get from Philadelphia to Elmira by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, bus, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia 30th St Station to Scrantonbus Philadelphia
2. Take the bus from Scranton Bus Station to Elmirabus Greyhound US0205
6h
$71–109
Bus via Philadelphia Bus Station (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Scranton Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0340s
2. Take the bus from Scranton Bus Station to Elmirabus Greyhound US0205
8h 40m
$37–74
Drive 203.7 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Elmiracar 203.7 mi
4h 23m
$38–54
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Rochester (ROC)plane PHL - ROC
2. Take the bus from Rochester to Elmirabus
7h 11m
$156–905
Train, bus
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Newark Penn Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Newark to Binghamtonbus
3. Take the bus from Binghamton, Ny to Elmirabus 948
7h 12m
$56–704

Philadelphia to Elmira by bus

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Distance: 250 mi
Duration: 6h

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Elmira, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Philadelphia 30th St Station to Elmira via Scranton Bus Station in around 6h.

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