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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Harvard University is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Harvard University is to fly and subway which takes 3h 32m and costs $170 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Harvard University?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia station to Harvard University station. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at Cambridge - Alewife Station via Manhattan, NY. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Harvard University?

No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia station to Harvard University. However, there are services departing from 30th Street Station and arriving at Harvard via South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Harvard University?

The distance between Philadelphia and Harvard University is 328 miles. The road distance is 300.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Harvard University without a car is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs $95 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Philadelphia to Harvard University, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Philadelphia to Harvard University?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Harvard University is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs $95 - $210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $90 and takes 7h 46m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Harvard University bus arrive?

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

Where does the Philadelphia to Harvard University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Harvard University?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Harvard University is 300 miles. It takes approximately 5h 42m to drive from Philadelphia to Harvard University.

Where can I stay near Harvard University?

There are 1468+ hotels available in Harvard University.

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

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There are 8 ways to get from Philadelphia to Harvard University 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 36m
$99–206
Drive 298.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Harvard Universitycar 298.4 mi
5h 42m
$55–79
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to New York Midtownbus FlixBus 2602 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manhattan, NY to Cambridge - Alewife Stationbus Manhattan-Cambridge
7h 46m
$64–86
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
$177–911
Bus via Boston
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 5m
$64–152
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 17m
$507–1,358
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 59m
$239–1,723
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 53m
$78–461

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

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5h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 325.7 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Harvard University, 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 University via New York Midtown, Manhattan, NY, Cambridge - Alewife Station, Alewife, and Harvard in around 7h 46m.

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