What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Virginia Commonwealth University?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Virginia Commonwealth University is to bus which costs $35 - $80 and takes 5h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Virginia Commonwealth University?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Virginia Commonwealth University is to fly which takes 3h 57m and costs $65 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Virginia Commonwealth University?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia station to Virginia Commonwealth University. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at Broad & Shafer via Washington Union Station and Main + 15Th. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Virginia Commonwealth University?

No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia station to Virginia Commonwealth University station. However, there are services departing from 30th Street Station and arriving at Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Virginia Commonwealth University bus from?

Philadelphia to Virginia Commonwealth University bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Philadelphia Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Virginia Commonwealth University train from?

Philadelphia to Virginia Commonwealth University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from 30th Street Station.

Train, bus or fly from Philadelphia to Virginia Commonwealth University?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Virginia Commonwealth University is to bus which takes 5h 46m and costs $35 - $80. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $65 - $470 and takes 3h 57m, you could also train, which costs $80 - $170 and takes 5h 42m.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Virginia Commonwealth University?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Virginia Commonwealth University is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Philadelphia to Virginia Commonwealth University.

Where can I stay near Virginia Commonwealth University?

There are 348+ hotels available in Virginia Commonwealth University.

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Q: How far is it from Philadelphia to Virginia Commonwealth University?

The distance between Philadelphia and Virginia Commonwealth University is 249 miles. The road distance is 243.4 miles.

Q: How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to Virginia Commonwealth University?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Philadelphia to Virginia Commonwealth University, including transfers.

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Washington Union Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
2. Take the bus from Washington, DC - 2305 Pennsylvania Ave to Richmond, VA - 900 W Leigh Stbus New York
4h 56m
$44–676
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Washington Union Stationbus FlixBus 2601 / ...
2. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Richmondbus Greyhound US0700 / ...
5h 46m
$39–76
Drive 242 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Virginia Commonwealth Universitycar 242 mi
4h 31m
$45–64
Fly from Philadelphia International Airport
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Richmond International Airport (RIC)plane PHL - RIC
3h 57m
$68–463
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Richmond Main Street Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional
5h 42m
$82–165
Train via Washington (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Washington Union Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Richmond Main Street Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional
6h
$66–713
Bus via Philadelphia
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia to Union Stationbus New York
2. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Richmond Main Street Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 47m
$56–109
Train to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to BWI Thurgood Marshalltrain
2. Fly from Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI) to Richmond International Airport (RIC)plane BWI - RIC
4h 44m
$69–958
Train to Newark Liberty International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Newark Liberty International Airporttrain
2. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Richmond International Airport (RIC)plane EWR - RIC
5h
$76–392

Philadelphia to Virginia Commonwealth University by train, bus, and foot

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4h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 247.7 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Virginia Commonwealth University, VA, USA?

You can take a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Virginia Commonwealth University via Washington Union Station, Richmond, Main + 15Th, and Broad & Shafer in around 5h 46m. Alternatively, American Airlines flies from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Richmond International Airport (RIC) every 4 hours.

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