What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Rockaway Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Rockaway Beach is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 2h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Rockaway Beach?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Rockaway Beach is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Rockaway Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia station to Rockaway Beach. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at Rockaway Beach Blvd/Beach 92 St via W 34 St/5 Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Rockaway Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia station to Rockaway Beach. However, there are services departing from 30th Street Station and arriving at Beach 90 St via Newark Penn Station, Fulton St and Broad Channel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Rockaway Beach?

The distance between Philadelphia and Rockaway Beach is 107 miles. The road distance is 98.6 miles.

How do I travel from Philadelphia to Rockaway Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Rockaway Beach without a car is to train and subway which takes 2h 42m and costs $25 - $600.

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to Rockaway Beach?

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Philadelphia to Rockaway Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Rockaway Beach bus from?

Philadelphia to Rockaway Beach bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Philadelphia Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Rockaway Beach train from?

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

Where does the Philadelphia to Rockaway Beach bus arrive?

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

Where does the Philadelphia to Rockaway Beach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Rockaway Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Rockaway Beach is 99 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Philadelphia to Rockaway Beach.

Where can I stay near Rockaway Beach?

There are 1828+ hotels available in Rockaway Beach.

Philadelphia to Rockaway Beach - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Philadelphia to Rockaway Beach by train, subway, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Train, subway
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Newark Penn Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
2. Take the subway from Fulton St to Broad Channelsubway A
2h 42m
$26–595
Drive 98 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Rockaway Beachcar 98 mi
2h 16m
$18–26
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0305 / ...
2. Take the subway from 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal to Rockaway Blvdsubway A
3h 37m
$29–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to New York Midtownbus FlixBus 2602 / ...
2. Take the bus from W 34 St/5 Av to Rockaway Beach Blvd/Beach 92 Stbus Qm15 / ...
4h 32m
$26–45

Philadelphia to Rockaway Beach by train, foot, and subway

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2h 42mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 106.5 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Rockaway Beach, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Rockaway Beach Blvd/Beach 92 St via New York Midtown and W 34 St/5 Av in around 4h 32m.

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