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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Madison is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Madison is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Madison?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia station to Madison. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at Boston Post Rd @ Meigs Ave via New York, Union Ave @ Union Station and Church St @ George St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Madison?

No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia station to Madison. However, there are services departing from 30th Street Station and arriving at Madison via New Haven. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Madison?

The distance between Philadelphia and Madison is 187 miles. The road distance is 186.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Madison without a car is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs $40 - $700.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Philadelphia to Madison, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Madison bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Madison train from?

Philadelphia to Madison train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from 30th Street Station.

Train or bus from Philadelphia to Madison?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Madison is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs $40 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $85 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Madison bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Madison bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Philadelphia to Madison train arrive?

Philadelphia to Madison train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at New Haven station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Madison?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Madison is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Philadelphia to Madison.

Where can I stay near Madison?

There are 74+ hotels available in Madison.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to New Haventrain Northeast Regional / ...
5h 7m
$42–665
Drive 185.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Madisoncar 185.5 mi
3h 39m
$34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from New York to New Havenbus
3. Take the bus from Church St @ George St to Boston Post Rd @ Meigs Avebus 201
6h 54m
$38–81
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to New York Midtownbus FlixBus 2602 / ...
2. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to New Haventrain New Haven
6h 11m
$46–75

Philadelphia to Madison by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 186 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Madison, CT, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from 30th Street Station to New Haven hourly. Tickets cost $40–100 and the journey takes 3h 59m. Amtrak Acela also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Boston Post Rd @ Meigs Ave via Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York, Union Ave @ Union Station, Church St @ Chapel St, and Church St @ George St in around 6h 54m.

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