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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Washington is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Washington is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Washington?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia to Washington. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia and arriving at Grand St @ State St via New York and Church St @ Chapel St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Washington?

No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia station to Washington. However, there are services departing from 30th Street Station and arriving at Waterbury via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and Bridgeport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Washington?

The distance between Philadelphia and Washington is 202 miles. The road distance is 178 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Washington without a car is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs $60 - $700.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Philadelphia to Washington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Washington bus from?

Philadelphia to Washington bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Philadelphia station.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Washington train from?

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

Train or bus from Philadelphia to Washington?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Washington is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs $60 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Washington bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Washington bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at New York - Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Philadelphia to Washington train arrive?

Philadelphia to Washington train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Washington?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Washington is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Philadelphia to Washington.

Where can I stay near Washington?

There are 75+ hotels available in Washington.

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There are 7 ways to get from Philadelphia to Washington by train (Amtrak), bus, train, car, plane, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Bridgeport Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Bridgeport to Waterburytrain
5h 42m
$62–667
Drive 177 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Washingtoncar 177 mi
3h 31m
$33–47
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0305 / ...
2. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Danburytrain Danbury
7h 2m
$65–105
Fly to Bradley International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Bradley International Airport (BDL)plane PHL - BDL
2. Take the bus from Main St @ Atheneum Sq to E Main St @ Phoenix Stbus
5h 51m
$71–426
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia to New York - Port Authority Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from New York to New Havenbus
3. Take the bus from Church St @ Chapel St to Grand St @ State Stbus 229
7h 12m
Train, line 7 bus
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Stamford Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Stamford to South Norwalktrain
3. Take the train from South Norwalk to Danburytrain
4. Take the bus from White Street and Patriot Drive to Medical Center 120 Park Lane Roadbus 7 / ...
7h 17m
Fly to Boston Logan Airport, bus, taxi
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane PHL - BOS
2. Take the bus from Boston Airport to Canton Park & Ridebus
3. Take the taxi from Canton Park & Ride to Washingtontaxi
5h 26m
$355–1,125

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Bradley International Airport (BDL) flights

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1h 24mAverage Duration

$58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.2 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Washington, CT, USA?

You can take a train from 30th Street Station to Washington via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, Bridgeport Amtrak Station, Bridgeport, and Waterbury in around 5h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Philadelphia to Washington via New York - Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York, New Haven, Church St @ Chapel St, and Grand St @ State St in around 7h 12m.

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