What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs $20 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Grand Central Terminal?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia and arriving at E 42 St/Madison Av via W 42 St/9 Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Grand Central Terminal?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 30th Street Station station and arriving at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal?

The distance between Philadelphia and Grand Central Terminal is 92 miles. The road distance is 96.7 miles.

How do I travel from Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal without a car?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal without a car is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs $20 - $600.

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal?

The train from 30Th Street Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station takes 1h 24m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal bus from?

Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Philadelphia station.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal train from?

Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from 30th Street Station.

Train or bus from Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs $20 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $29 - $90 and takes 2h 17m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at New York - Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal train arrive?

Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal.

Where can I stay near Grand Central Terminal?

There are 3959+ hotels available in Grand Central Terminal.

Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
1h 49m
$20–600
Drive 96.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminalcar 96.1 mi
1h 50m
$18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia to New York - Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Philadelphia
2h 17m
$29–86
Bus via Philadelphia Bus Station (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0305 / ...
2h 27m
$26–50

Philadelphia to Grand Central Terminal by bus and foot

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2h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 91.6 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Grand Central Terminal, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from 30th Street Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $29–60 and the journey takes 1h 24m. Amtrak Acela also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Peter Pan Bus Lines operates a bus from Philadelphia to New York - Port Authority Bus Terminal every 2 hours. Tickets cost $26–80 and the journey takes 2h.

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