What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to South Plainfield?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to South Plainfield is to drive which costs $11 - $18 and takes 1h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to South Plainfield?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to South Plainfield is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs $11 - $18.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and South Plainfield?

No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia station to South Plainfield. However, there are services departing from Suburban Station and arriving at Metuchen via Trenton Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to South Plainfield?

The distance between Philadelphia and South Plainfield is 75 miles. The road distance is 65.4 miles.

How do I travel from Philadelphia to South Plainfield without a car?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to South Plainfield without a car is to train and line 819 bus which takes 2h 32m and costs $18 - $600.

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to South Plainfield?

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Philadelphia to South Plainfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to South Plainfield train from?

Philadelphia to South Plainfield train services, operated by SEPTA, depart from Suburban Station.

Where does the Philadelphia to South Plainfield train arrive?

Philadelphia to South Plainfield train services, operated by SEPTA, arrive at Trenton Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to South Plainfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to South Plainfield is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Philadelphia to South Plainfield.

Where can I stay near South Plainfield?

There are 355+ hotels available in South Plainfield.

Philadelphia to South Plainfield - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 819 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Philadelphia to South Plainfield by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 819 bus
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Metropark Amtrak Stationtrain Palmetto / ...
2. Take the bus from Pennsylvania Ave At Metuchen Rail Sta to Front St 350' N Of S. Plainfield Avebus 819
2h 32m
$18–590
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Suburban Station to Trenton Transit Centertrain Tre
2. Take the train from Trenton Transit Center to Metuchentrain Nec
3h 15m
$6–24
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market St At 13Th St to Wallenberg Ave Across From Terminalbus 409
2. Take the train from Trenton Transit Center to Metuchentrain Nec
4h 51m
$10–42
Drive 65 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to South Plainfieldcar 65 mi
1h 29m
$12–18

Philadelphia to South Plainfield by train and bus

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2h 32mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 74.5 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

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

You can take a train from Suburban Station to Front St 350' N Of S. Plainfield Ave via Trenton Transit Center, Metuchen, and Pennsylvania Ave At Metuchen Rail Sta in around 3h 15m.

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