What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Watkins Glen?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Watkins Glen is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Watkins Glen?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Watkins Glen is to drive which takes 4h 53m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Watkins Glen?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia station to Watkins Glen. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia 30th St Station and arriving at Seneca Harbor Park via Scranton Bus Station and Elmira Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Watkins Glen?

The distance between Philadelphia and Watkins Glen is 280 miles. The road distance is 226.1 miles.

How do I travel from Philadelphia to Watkins Glen without a car?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Watkins Glen without a car is to bus which takes 7h 55m and costs $70 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to Watkins Glen?

It takes approximately 7h 55m to get from Philadelphia to Watkins Glen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Watkins Glen bus from?

Philadelphia to Watkins Glen bus services, operated by Martz Bus, depart from Philadelphia 30th St Station.

Where does the Philadelphia to Watkins Glen bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Watkins Glen bus services, operated by Martz Bus, arrive at Scranton station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Watkins Glen?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Watkins Glen is 226 miles. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Philadelphia to Watkins Glen.

Where can I stay near Watkins Glen?

There are 119+ hotels available in Watkins Glen.

Philadelphia to Watkins Glen - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Philadelphia to Watkins Glen by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, bus, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia 30th St Station to Scrantonbus
2. Take the bus from Scranton Bus Station to Elmirabus
3. Take the bus from Elmira Transit Center to Seneca Harbor Parkbus 07
7h 55m
$74–111
Drive 224.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Watkins Glencar 224.8 mi
4h 53m
$41–60
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)plane PHL - BUF
2. Take the bus from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Corningbus
8h 22m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Newark Penn Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Binghamtonbus
3. Take the bus from Binghamton, Ny to Elmirabus 948
4. Take the bus from Elmira Transit Center to Seneca Harbor Parkbus 07
8h 54m
$55–657
Bus via Philadelphia Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Scranton Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Scranton Bus Station to Elmirabus
3. Take the bus from Elmira Transit Center to Seneca Harbor Parkbus 07
10h 35m
$42–80
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Scranton Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0340s
2. Take the bus from Scranton, Pa to Ithacabus 246
11h 55m
$48–112

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) flights

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2h 29mAverage Duration

$112Cheapest Price

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Distance: 278.5 mi
Duration: 7h 55m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Watkins Glen, NY, USA?

You can take a bus from Philadelphia 30th St Station to Seneca Harbor Park via Scranton Bus Station, Elmira, and Elmira Transit Center in around 7h 55m.

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