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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Somerville is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Somerville is to fly which takes 3h 18m and costs $180 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Somerville?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia station to Somerville. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at Cambridge via Manhattan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Somerville?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 30th Street Station station and arriving at Boston. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Somerville?

The distance between Philadelphia and Somerville is 322 miles. The road distance is 301.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Somerville without a car is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs $100 - $210.

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

The train from 30Th Street Station to Boston takes 5h 3m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Somerville bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Somerville train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Philadelphia to Somerville?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Somerville is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs $100 - $210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $90 and takes 7h 29m, you could also fly, which costs $180 - $950 and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Somerville bus arrive?

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

Where does the Philadelphia to Somerville train arrive?

Philadelphia to Somerville train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Somerville?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Somerville is 302 miles. It takes approximately 5h 44m to drive from Philadelphia to Somerville.

How do I get a train ticket from Philadelphia to Somerville?

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

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Where can I stay near Somerville?

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There are 9 ways to get from Philadelphia to Somerville by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, plane, bus (Greyhound), train, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Bostontrain Acela
5h 3m
$100–210
Drive 299.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Somervillecar 299.8 mi
5h 44m
$55–79
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to New York Midtownbus FlixBus 2602 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manhattan to Cambridgebus Acb 1312
7h 29m
$63–88
Fly Philadelphia International Airport to Boston Logan Airport
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane PHL - BOS
3h 18m
$182–912
Bus via Boston
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0305 / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Bostonbus Greyhound US0230 / ...
8h 20m
$56–111
Train to Newark Liberty International Airport, fly to Boston Logan Airport
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Newark Liberty International Airporttrain
2. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane EWR - BOS
4h 2m
$495–2,360
Train to John F. Kennedy International Airport, fly to Boston Logan Airport
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain
2. Fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane JFK - BOS
4h 45m
$244–1,574
Fly Philadelphia International Airport to Theodore Francis Green State Airport, train
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Theodore Francis Green State Airport (PVD)plane PHL - PVD
2. Take the train from TF Green Airport to Back Baytrain
5h 21m
$57–329
Fly Philadelphia International Airport to Manchester Airport, bus
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Manchester Airport (MHT)plane PHL - MHT
2. Take the bus from Boston Manchester Airport to Bostonbus
5h 50m
$79–462

Philadelphia to Somerville by train (Amtrak)

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5h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 320.2 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Somerville, MA, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from 30th Street Station to Boston every 4 hours. Tickets cost $70–800 and the journey takes 5h 3m. Amtrak also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Cambridge via New York Midtown and Manhattan in around 7h 29m.

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