What is the cheapest way to get from South Plainfield to Philadelphia?

The cheapest way to get from South Plainfield to Philadelphia is to drive which costs $12 - $18 and takes 1h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Plainfield to Philadelphia?

The fastest way to get from South Plainfield to Philadelphia is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct bus between South Plainfield and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct bus from South Plainfield to Philadelphia. However, there are services departing from Front St 350' N Of S. Plainfield Ave and arriving at Philadelphia via Watchung Ave At E 4Th St and New York - Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between South Plainfield and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct train from South Plainfield to Philadelphia station. However, there are services departing from Metuchen and arriving at Suburban Station via Trenton Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from South Plainfield to Philadelphia?

The distance between South Plainfield and Philadelphia is 75 miles. The road distance is 65.9 miles.

How do I travel from South Plainfield to Philadelphia without a car?

The best way to get from South Plainfield to Philadelphia without a car is to line 819 bus and train which takes 2h 3m and costs $18 - $650.

How long does it take to get from South Plainfield to Philadelphia?

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from South Plainfield to Philadelphia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Plainfield to Philadelphia bus from?

South Plainfield to Philadelphia bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Watchung Ave At E 4Th St station.

Where do I catch the South Plainfield to Philadelphia train from?

South Plainfield to Philadelphia train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Metuchen station.

Train or bus from South Plainfield to Philadelphia?

The best way to get from South Plainfield to Philadelphia is to bus which takes 4h 40m and costs $35 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $6 - $24 and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the South Plainfield to Philadelphia bus arrive?

South Plainfield to Philadelphia bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the South Plainfield to Philadelphia train arrive?

South Plainfield to Philadelphia train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Trenton Transit Center station.

Can I drive from South Plainfield to Philadelphia?

Yes, the driving distance between South Plainfield to Philadelphia is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from South Plainfield to Philadelphia.

Where can I stay near Philadelphia?

There are 1097+ hotels available in Philadelphia.

South Plainfield to Philadelphia - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 819 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from South Plainfield to Philadelphia by bus, train, or car

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Line 819 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Front St 350' N Of S. Plainfield Ave to Pennsylvania Ave At Metuchen Rail Stabus 819
2. Take the train from Metropark Amtrak Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
2h 3m
$18–614
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Metuchen to Trenton Transit Centertrain Nec
2. Take the train from Trenton Transit Center to Suburban Stationtrain Tre
2h 47m
$6–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Watchung Ave At E 4Th St to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 114 / ...
2. Take the bus from New York - Port Authority Bus Terminal to Philadelphiabus New York
4h 40m
$36–114
Drive 65.5 mi
1. Drive from South Plainfield to Philadelphiacar 65.5 mi
1h 29m
$12–18

South Plainfield to Philadelphia by bus and train

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2h 3mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 74.6 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between South Plainfield, NJ, USA and Philadelphia, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from Front St 350' N Of S. Plainfield Ave to Philadelphia via Watchung Ave At E 4Th St and New York - Port Authority Bus Terminal in around 4h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Front St 350' N Of S. Plainfield Ave to Suburban Station via Pennsylvania Ave At Metuchen Rail Sta, Metuchen, and Trenton Transit Center in around 2h 47m.

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