What is the cheapest way to get from Potomac to Hershey?

The cheapest way to get from Potomac to Hershey is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Potomac to Hershey?

The fastest way to get from Potomac to Hershey is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Potomac and Hershey?

No, there is no direct bus from Potomac to Hershey. However, there are services departing from Falls Rd+River Rd and arriving at Chocolate Ave & Cocoa Ave via Washington Union Station and Harrisburg Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Potomac and Hershey?

No, there is no direct train from Potomac to Hershey. However, there are services departing from Friendship Heights, Red Line Center Platform and arriving at Harrisburg via Washington Union Station and 30th Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

How far is it from Potomac to Hershey?

The distance between Potomac and Hershey is 147 miles. The road distance is 115.9 miles.

How do I travel from Potomac to Hershey without a car?

The best way to get from Potomac to Hershey without a car is to bus which takes 6h 38m and costs $23 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Potomac to Hershey?

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Potomac to Hershey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potomac to Hershey bus from?

Potomac to Hershey bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Washington Union Station.

Where do I catch the Potomac to Hershey train from?

Potomac to Hershey train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from Washington Union Station.

Train or bus from Potomac to Hershey?

The best way to get from Potomac to Hershey is to bus which takes 6h 38m and costs $23 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $170 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Potomac to Hershey bus arrive?

Potomac to Hershey bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Harrisburg Bus Station.

Where does the Potomac to Hershey train arrive?

Potomac to Hershey train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at 30th Street Station.

Can I drive from Potomac to Hershey?

Yes, the driving distance between Potomac to Hershey is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Potomac to Hershey.

Where can I stay near Hershey?

There are 200+ hotels available in Hershey.

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There are 3 ways to get from Potomac to Hershey by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0430
6h 38m
$23–42
Drive 115.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Potomac to Hersheycar 115.3 mi
2h 24m
$21–31
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Acela
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Harrisburgtrain Keystone Service / ...
7h 19m
$75–167

Potomac to Hershey by bus and subway (Greyhound)

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6h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 146.2 mi
Duration: 6h 38m

What companies run services between Potomac, Montgomery County, MD, USA and Hershey, PA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Washington Union Station to Harrisburg Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $18–35 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Falls Rd+River Rd to Chocolate Ave & Cocoa Ave via Friendship Heights+Bay J, Friendship Heights, Red Line Center Platform, Union Station, Red Line Center Platform, Washington Union Station, 30th Street Station, Harrisburg, and Harrisburg Transportation Center in around 7h 19m.

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