What is the cheapest way to get from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia?

The cheapest way to get from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia is to bus which costs $35 - $75 and takes 6h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia?

The fastest way to get from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia is to fly which takes 1h 59m and costs $70 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Richmond Airport (RIC) and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct bus from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia station. However, there are services departing from Ric Airport and arriving at Philadelphia Bus Station via Richmond. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Richmond Airport (RIC) and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct train from Richmond Airport (RIC) station to Philadelphia station. However, there are services departing from Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station and arriving at 30th Street Station via Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia?

The distance between Richmond Airport (RIC) and Philadelphia is 209 miles. The road distance is 249.6 miles.

How do I travel from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia without a car?

The best way to get from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h and costs $55 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia?

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia bus from?

Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Richmond station.

Where do I catch the Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia train from?

Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station.

Train, bus or fly from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia?

The best way to get from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia is to fly which takes 1h 59m and costs $70 - $470. Alternatively, you can train via Washington, which costs $75 - $170 and takes 6h 46m, you could also bus, which costs $35 - $75 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia bus arrive?

Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Philadelphia Bus Station.

Where does the Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia train arrive?

Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Washington Union Station.

Can I drive from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia?

Yes, the driving distance between Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia is 250 miles. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia.

Where can I stay near Philadelphia?

There are 669+ hotels available in Philadelphia.

Can I share a ride from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Richmond Airport (RIC) and Philadelphia. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 8 ways to get from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia by plane, bus, train, train (Amtrak), rideshare, car, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Fly to Philadelphia International Airport
best
1. Fly from Richmond International Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane RIC - PHL
1h 59m
$70–461
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Richmond to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2605 / ...
6h 57m
$35–75
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Richmond to Washington Union Stationbus Greyhound US0670 / ...
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Acela
5h
$56–125
Train via Washington (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station to Washington Union Stationtrain Northeast Regional
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Acela
6h 46m
$75–170
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Richmond-RIC to Philadelphiarideshare 248.1 mi
4h 40m
Drive 248.1 mi
1. Drive from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphiacar 248.1 mi
4h 40m
$46–66
Fly to Newark Liberty International Airport, train
1. Fly from Richmond International Airport (RIC) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)plane RIC - EWR
2. Take the train from Newark Liberty International Airport to 30th Street Stationtrain
3h 46m
$70–344
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Northeast Regional
7h 14m
$80–170

Richmond Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 207.3 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Richmond Airport (RIC), USA and Philadelphia, PA, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Richmond International Airport (RIC) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ric Airport to 30th Street Station via Broad + 17Th, Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station, and Washington Union Station in around 6h 46m.

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