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 $14 - $21 and takes 1h 55m.

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 1h 55m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Madison?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia to Madison. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia and arriving at Madison, NJ via Dallas BBQ Times Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

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 Newark Broad St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Madison?

The distance between Philadelphia and Madison is 100 miles. The road distance is 79.7 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 2h 18m and costs $21 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m 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 Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Philadelphia 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 2h 18m and costs $21 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $130 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Madison bus arrive?

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

Where does the Philadelphia to Madison train arrive?

Philadelphia to Madison train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Madison?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Madison is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Philadelphia to Madison.

Where can I stay near Madison?

There are 466+ hotels available in Madison.

Philadelphia to Madison - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Newark Penn Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
2. Take the train from Newark Broad St to Madisontrain Mne
2h 18m
$22–605
Drive 79.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Madisoncar 79.3 mi
1h 55m
$15–21
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Newark Penn Stationbus FlixBus 2601 / ...
2. Take the train from Newark Broad St to Madisontrain Mne
3h 6m
$16–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia to New York - Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Philadelphia
2. Take the bus from Dallas BBQ Times Square to Madison, NJbus Nyc
3h 38m
$61–126

Philadelphia to Madison by train and bus

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2h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 99.3 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

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

You can take a train from 30th Street Station to Madison via Newark, Penn Station, Newark Penn Station, Broad St Across From Njt Station, and Newark Broad St in around 2h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Philadelphia to Madison, NJ via New York - Port Authority Bus Terminal and Dallas BBQ Times Square in around 3h 38m.

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