What is the cheapest way to get from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia?

The cheapest way to get from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia?

The fastest way to get from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs $20 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Union Station (NJ Transit) and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct bus from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia station. However, there are services departing from Salem Rd At Vauxhall Rd and arriving at Philadelphia Bus Station via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Union Station (NJ Transit) and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct train from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia station. However, there are services departing from Union and arriving at 30th Street Station via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia?

The distance between Union Station (NJ Transit) and Philadelphia is 86 miles. The road distance is 76.3 miles.

How do I travel from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia without a car?

The best way to get from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs $20 - $650.

How long does it take to get from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia?

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia bus from?

Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Where do I catch the Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia train from?

Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Train or bus from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia?

The best way to get from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs $20 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $13 - $30 and takes 3h 29m.

Where does the Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia bus arrive?

Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Philadelphia Bus Station.

Where does the Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia train arrive?

Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at 30th Street Station.

Can I drive from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia?

Yes, the driving distance between Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia.

Where can I stay near Philadelphia?

There are 1035+ hotels available in Philadelphia.

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There are 3 ways to get from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
1h 30m
$21–609
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0235 / ...
3h 29m
$14–30
Drive 75.9 mi
1. Drive from Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphiacar 75.9 mi
1h 42m
$14–20

Union Station (NJ Transit) to Philadelphia by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 85.6 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Union Station (NJ Transit), NJ, USA and Philadelphia, PA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Newark Penn Station to 30th Street Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $26–55 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Amtrak Acela also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Newark Penn Station to Philadelphia Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $13–25 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Flixbus USA also services this route every 4 hours.

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