How to Travel from
Washington, DC to Philadelphia
by Rideshare or Car
Two ways to Travel from Washington, Dc to Philadelphia
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (218 km)
2 h 35 min
218 km.
from $11
Other
Rideshare
2 h 35 min
218 km.
from $8.29
Transport providers
Airlines
American Airlines
Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Philadelphia
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.89–$548.54
United Airlines
Website:
united.com/
Plane from Washington Dulles International Airport to Philadelphia
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.57–$472.00
Train operators
Amtrak
Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Washington Union Station to 30th
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.14–$102.05
Amtrak Northeast Regional
Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Washington Union Station to 30th
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.79–$242.38
Amtrak Acela
Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Washington Union Station to 30th
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$40.82–$484.76
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
Phone:
+1 202 466 3876
Website:
wmata.com
Train from Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform to Washington
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.46–$7.02
Bus operators
Greyhound USA
Bus from Washington Union Station to Philadelphia
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.84–$108.43
Flixbus USA
Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Washington Union Station to Philadelphia
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.31–$63.78
Peter Pan Bus Lines
Phone:
1-800-343-9999
Website:
peterpanbus.com
Bus from Washington Union Station to Philadelphia
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.38–$54.85
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Washington, DC to Philadelphia?
The cheapest way to get from Washington, DC to Philadelphia is to bus which costs $5.43 - $92.39 and takes 2h 50m.
What is the fastest way to get from Washington, DC to Philadelphia?
The fastest way to get from Washington, DC to Philadelphia is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs $16.30 - $413.04 .
Is there a direct bus between Washington, DC and Philadelphia?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Washington Union Station station and arriving at Philadelphia. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.
Is there a direct train between Washington, DC and Philadelphia?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Washington Union Station station and arriving at 30th Street Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 56m.
How far is it from Washington, DC to Philadelphia?
The distance between Washington, DC and Philadelphia is 216 km. The road distance is 220 km.
How do I travel from Washington, DC to Philadelphia without a car?
The best way to get from Washington, DC to Philadelphia without a car is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs $16.30 - $413.04 .
How long does it take to get from Washington, DC to Philadelphia?
The train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Station takes 1h 56m including transfers and departs hourly.
Where do I catch the Washington, DC to Philadelphia bus from?
Washington, DC to Philadelphia bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Washington Union Station.
Where do I catch the Washington, DC to Philadelphia train from?
Washington, DC to Philadelphia train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, depart from Washington Union Station.
Train, bus or fly from Washington, DC to Philadelphia?
The best way to get from Washington, DC to Philadelphia is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs $16.30 - $413.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5.43 - $92.39 and takes 2h 50m, you could also fly, which costs $103.26 - $358.70 and takes 3h 10m.
Where does the Washington, DC to Philadelphia bus arrive?
Washington, DC to Philadelphia bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Philadelphia station.
Where does the Washington, DC to Philadelphia train arrive?
Washington, DC to Philadelphia train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at 30th Street Station.
Can I drive from Washington, DC to Philadelphia?
Yes, the driving distance between Washington, DC to Philadelphia is 220 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Washington, DC to Philadelphia.
How do I get a train ticket from Washington, DC to Philadelphia?
Book your Washington, DC to Philadelphia train tickets online with Omio.
How do I get a bus ticket from Washington, DC to Philadelphia?
Book your Washington, DC to Philadelphia bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.
Where can I stay near Philadelphia?
There are 785+ hotels available in Philadelphia. Prices start at $59.16 per night.
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