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Three ways to Travel from Washington, Dc to Philadelphia

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Cheapest
By car (218 km)
2 h 35 min
218 km.
from $11
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Rideshare
2 h 35 min
218 km.
from $8.29
Bus, Plane
3 h 18 min
198 km.
from $10.87

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–$612.33

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Washington Dulles International Airport to Philadelphia
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$484.76

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:
$4.59–$7.02

SEPTA

Phone:
+1 215-580-7800
Website:
septa.org/
Train from Drexel Station at 30th St to Spring
Ave. Duration:
8 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
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 Union Station, Washington, DC to 520
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 (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Washington, DC to Philadelphia (Station) is to bus via 520 N Christopher Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA which costs $5.43 - $46.74 and takes 3h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington, DC to Philadelphia (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Washington, DC to Philadelphia (Station) is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs $16.30 - $413.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Washington, DC and Philadelphia (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Washington Union Station station and arriving at Philadelphia. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Washington, DC and Philadelphia (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Washington, DC station to Philadelphia (Station). However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at Spring Garden via Drexel Station at 30th St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Washington, DC to Philadelphia (Station)?

The distance between Washington, DC and Philadelphia (Station) is 221 km. The road distance is 223.4 km.

How do I travel from Washington, DC to Philadelphia (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Washington, DC to Philadelphia (Station) without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs $16.30 - $413.04 .

How long does it take to get from Washington, DC to Philadelphia (Station)?

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Washington, DC to Philadelphia (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington, DC to Philadelphia (Station) bus from?

Washington, DC to Philadelphia (Station) bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Washington Union Station.

Where do I catch the Washington, DC to Philadelphia (Station) train from?

Washington, DC to Philadelphia (Station) train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, depart from Washington Union Station.

Train or bus from Washington, DC to Philadelphia (Station)?

The best way to get from Washington, DC to Philadelphia (Station) is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs $16.30 - $413.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9.24 - $92.39 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Washington, DC to Philadelphia (Station) bus arrive?

Washington, DC to Philadelphia (Station) bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Philadelphia station.

Where does the Washington, DC to Philadelphia (Station) train arrive?

Washington, DC to Philadelphia (Station) train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at 30th Street Station.

Can I drive from Washington, DC to Philadelphia (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington, DC to Philadelphia (Station) is 223 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Washington, DC to Philadelphia (Station).

How do I get a bus ticket from Washington, DC to Philadelphia (Station)?

Book your Washington, DC to Philadelphia (Station) bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Philadelphia (Station)?

There are 797+ hotels available in Philadelphia (Station). Prices start at $59.59 per night.
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