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Philadelphia Museum of Art
Philadelphia’s flagship art museum, known for major global collections and the iconic east steps made famous in film. A top cultural stop with strong special exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
6 h 33 m
Average duration
13 h 31 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
278 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Farmington, CT to Philadelphia, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Farmington, CT to Philadelphia, PA will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
It's difficult to get from Farmington, CT to Philadelphia, PA without transferring at least once.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Farmington, CT to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $69. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $69, and a flight costs an average of $770.
Distance: 172 miles (278 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$69 Average price Cheapest | $156 Average price | $770 Average price | $41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 35m Average total duration 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration Fastest 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 14m Average total duration 14h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Farmington, CT to Philadelphia, PA:
A bus is $87 (€70) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Farmington, CT to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $156 (€126).
A bus is $701 (€565) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Farmington, CT to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $770 (€621).
Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 5m.
Flight takes on average 14h 14m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:40AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator CT Transit | Departure Time 09:47AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 6h33 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator CT Transit | Departure Time 07:51PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 20h29 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
The table below shows live departures for Farmington, CT to Philadelphia, PA buses for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:47 AM Farmington, CT | 6h33 | 4:20 PM Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:51 PM Farmington, CT | 20h29 | 4:20 PM Philadelphia, PA | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Farmington, CT to Philadelphia, PA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $69 (€56) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 172 miles (278 km) distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 172 miles (278 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $69 (€56) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
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Philadelphia’s flagship art museum, known for major global collections and the iconic east steps made famous in film. A top cultural stop with strong special exhibitions.
Renowned collection of Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, and early modern art displayed in an intimate, distinctive installation. Highly regarded for both art quality and presentation.
Major science museum with interactive exhibits, a planetarium, and the famous giant heart. Especially popular with families and visitors seeking hands-on experiences.
Historic public market and one of the city’s busiest gathering places, valued for atmosphere, local culture, and classic Philadelphia energy.
Elegant central square surrounded by shops, residences, and leafy paths. One of the city’s best places to relax, people-watch, and enjoy urban scenery.
Historic neighborhood packed with colonial-era streetscapes, major heritage sites, galleries, and lively pedestrian areas. Ideal for walking and first visits.
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Historic public market with many established Philadelphia food vendors. Ideal for trying local specialties like roast pork, cheesesteaks, pretzels, and baked goods in a lively setting.
Widely acclaimed modern Israeli restaurant known for polished service, creative mezze, and a destination-worthy dining experience.
Beloved no-frills institution celebrated for both roast pork sandwiches and excellent cheesesteaks; a classic choice for traditional local fare.
Moderate by major U.S. city standards. Hotels can be pricey in Center City, but casual food and transit are reasonable.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff USD 2-5.
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