What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to New Britain?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to New Britain is to train which costs $3 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to New Britain?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to New Britain is to drive which takes 46 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and New Britain?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia station to New Britain station. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at Doylestown SEPTA Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and New Britain?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jefferson Station station and arriving at New Britain. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to New Britain?

The distance between Philadelphia and New Britain is 32 miles. The road distance is 26.6 miles.

How do I travel from Philadelphia to New Britain without a car?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to New Britain without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs $3.

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to New Britain?

The train from Jefferson Station to New Britain takes 1h 12m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to New Britain bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to New Britain train from?

Philadelphia to New Britain train services, operated by SEPTA, depart from Jefferson Station.

Train or bus from Philadelphia to New Britain?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to New Britain is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs $3. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $11 and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the Philadelphia to New Britain bus arrive?

Philadelphia to New Britain bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Doylestown SEPTA Station.

Where does the Philadelphia to New Britain train arrive?

Philadelphia to New Britain train services, operated by SEPTA, arrive at New Britain station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to New Britain?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to New Britain is 27 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Philadelphia to New Britain.

Where can I stay near New Britain?

There are 107+ hotels available in New Britain.

Philadelphia to New Britain - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Philadelphia to New Britain by train, bus (Greyhound), car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the train from Jefferson Station to New Britaintrain Lan
1h 12m
$3
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Doylestown SEPTA Stationbus Greyhound US0340s
1h 48m
$7–10
Drive 26.4 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to New Britaincar 26.4 mi
46 min
$5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Philadelphia to New Britaintaxi 26.4 mi
46 min
$75–90

Philadelphia to New Britain by train

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1h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 31.7 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and New Britain, PA, USA?

SEPTA operates a train from Jefferson Station to New Britain hourly. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Doylestown SEPTA Station once daily. Tickets cost $3–8 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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