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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Rockland is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 9h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Rockland is to fly which takes 5h 10m and costs $65 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Rockland?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia station to Rockland. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at Maine State Ferry Terminal - Rockland via New York Midtown and Boston South Buses. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 11m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Rockland?

The distance between Philadelphia and Rockland is 443 miles. The road distance is 479.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Rockland without a car is to train and Amtrak Thruway which takes 10h 29m and costs $130 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Philadelphia to Rockland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Rockland bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Philadelphia to Rockland?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Rockland is to fly which takes 5h 10m and costs $65 - $350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $160 and takes 12h 11m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Rockland bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Rockland?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Rockland is 479 miles. It takes approximately 9h 4m to drive from Philadelphia to Rockland.

How do I get a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Rockland?

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Where can I stay near Rockland?

There are 194+ hotels available in Rockland.

Philadelphia to Rockland - 7 ways to travel via train, plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Philadelphia to Rockland by plane, train, bus, bus (Flixbus), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly to Rockland
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1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Rockland (RKD)plane PHL - RKD
5h 10m
$68–346
Train, Amtrak Thruway (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Bostontrain Acela
2. Take the bus from South Station to Maine State Ferry Terminal - Rocklandbus Boston
10h 29m
$138–261
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to New York Midtownbus
2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Bostonbus
3. Take the bus from Boston South Buses to Maine State Ferry Terminal - Rocklandbus
12h 11m
$93–153
Drive 476.6 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Rocklandcar 476.6 mi
9h 4m
$87–126
Fly to Bangor, Amtrak Thruway
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Bangor (BGR)plane PHL - BGR
2. Take the bus from Bangor, ME to Maine State Ferry Terminal - Rocklandbus
6h 57m
$129–700
Train, Amtrak Thruway via Brunswick
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Bostontrain
2. Take the train from Boston to Brunswick Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Brunswick, ME to Maine State Ferry Terminal - Rocklandbus
12h 9m
$161–353
Bus via New York
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Bostonbus
3. Take the bus from Boston South Buses to Maine State Ferry Terminal - Rocklandbus
12h 57m
$91–160

Philadelphia to Rockland by train and bus (Amtrak)

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10h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 440.6 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Rockland, ME, USA?

JetBlue Airways, Cape Air, and two other airlines fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Rockland (RKD) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Maine State Ferry Terminal - Rockland via New York Midtown, Boston, and Boston South Buses in around 12h 11m.

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