What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to South Station Bus Terminal?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to South Station Bus Terminal is to bus which costs $50 - $110 and takes 7h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to South Station Bus Terminal?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to South Station Bus Terminal is to fly which takes 3h 13m and costs $170 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and South Station Bus Terminal?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Philadelphia Bus Station station and arriving at Boston. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and South Station Bus Terminal?

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 14m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to South Station Bus Terminal?

The distance between Philadelphia and South Station Bus Terminal is 324 miles. The road distance is 302.5 miles.

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to South Station Bus Terminal?

The train from 30Th Street Station to Boston takes 5h 14m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to South Station Bus Terminal bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to South Station Bus Terminal train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Philadelphia to South Station Bus Terminal?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to South Station Bus Terminal is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs $100 - $210. Alternatively, you can bus via New York, which costs $75 - $120 and takes 7h 1m, you could also fly, which costs $170 - $950 and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the Philadelphia to South Station Bus Terminal bus arrive?

Philadelphia to South Station Bus Terminal bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at New York Midtown station.

Where does the Philadelphia to South Station Bus Terminal train arrive?

Philadelphia to South Station Bus Terminal train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to South Station Bus Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to South Station Bus Terminal is 303 miles. It takes approximately 5h 41m to drive from Philadelphia to South Station Bus Terminal.

How do I get a train ticket from Philadelphia to South Station Bus Terminal?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Philadelphia to South Station Bus Terminal?

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Where can I stay near South Station Bus Terminal?

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Philadelphia to South Station Bus Terminal - 9 ways to travel via train

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Bostontrain Acela
5h 18m
$100–210
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Bostonbus Greyhound US0235 / ...
7h 10m
$50–110
Bus via New York
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to New York Midtownbus FlixBus 2602 / ...
2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Bostonbus FlixBus 2610 / ...
7h 1m
$78–118
Drive 300.8 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to South Station Bus Terminalcar 300.8 mi
5h 41m
$55–80
Fly Philadelphia International Airport to Boston Logan Airport
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane PHL - BOS
3h 13m
$174–930
Bus via New York #2
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia to New York - Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Philadelphia
2. Take the bus from New York to Bostonbus Ppb 5623 / ...
7h 27m
$81–156
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
3h 57m
$487–2,378
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 40m
$236–1,592
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 30m
$91–478

Philadelphia to South Station Bus Terminal by train and foot (Amtrak)

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5h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 321.8 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and South Station Bus Terminal, 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 14m. Amtrak also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Boston via New York Midtown in around 7h 1m.

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