What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Harvard Square?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Harvard Square is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Harvard Square?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Harvard Square is to fly and subway which takes 3h 32m and costs $170 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Harvard Square?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia station to Harvard Square. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at Boston via New York Midtown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Harvard Square?

No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia station to Harvard Square. However, there are services departing from 30th Street Station and arriving at Harvard via South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Harvard Square?

The distance between Philadelphia and Harvard Square is 327 miles. The road distance is 300.1 miles.

How do I travel from Philadelphia to Harvard Square without a car?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Harvard Square without a car is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs $180 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to Harvard Square?

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Philadelphia to Harvard Square, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Harvard Square bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Harvard Square train from?

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

Train or bus from Philadelphia to Harvard Square?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Harvard Square is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs $180 - $280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $90 and takes 7h 52m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Harvard Square bus arrive?

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

Where does the Philadelphia to Harvard Square train arrive?

Philadelphia to Harvard Square train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Harvard Square?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Harvard Square is 300 miles. It takes approximately 5h 39m to drive from Philadelphia to Harvard Square.

Where can I stay near Harvard Square?

There are 1628+ hotels available in Harvard Square.

Philadelphia to Harvard Square - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 9 ways to get from Philadelphia to Harvard Square by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, plane, subway, bus (Greyhound), train, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Bostontrain Acela
5h 33m
$180–275
Drive 298.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Harvard Squarecar 298.3 mi
5h 39m
$55–79
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 Bostonbus FlixBus 2610 / ...
7h 52m
$56–86
Fly Philadelphia International Airport to Boston Logan Airport, subway
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane PHL - BOS
2. Take the subway from South Station to Harvardsubway
3h 32m
$177–962
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 Bostonbus Ppb 5623 / ...
8h 1m
$69–116
Train to Newark Liberty International Airport, fly to Boston Logan Airport
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Newark Liberty International Airporttrain
2. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane EWR - BOS
4h 8m
$527–1,074
Train to John F. Kennedy International Airport, fly to Boston Logan Airport
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain
2. Fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane JFK - BOS
4h 57m
$459–1,923
Fly Philadelphia International Airport to Theodore Francis Green State Airport, train
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Theodore Francis Green State Airport (PVD)plane PHL - PVD
2. Take the train from TF Green Airport to South Stationtrain
5h 39m
$60–343
Fly Philadelphia International Airport to Manchester Airport, bus
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Manchester Airport (MHT)plane PHL - MHT
2. Take the bus from Boston Manchester Airport to Bostonbus
5h 42m
$80–461

Philadelphia to Harvard Square by train, subway, and foot (Amtrak)

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5h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 325.5 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Harvard Square, Middlesex County, MA, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from 30th Street Station to Boston every 4 hours. Tickets cost $70–800 and the journey takes 5h 14m. Amtrak also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Harvard Square via New York Midtown, Boston, Park Street, and Harvard in around 7h 52m.

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