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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Meriden, CT
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
7 h 27 m
Average duration
8 h 27 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
266 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Meriden, CT is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Meriden, CT will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
It's difficult to get from Philadelphia, PA to Meriden, CT without transferring at least 2 times.
2:15 AM9h27Philadelphia, PA11:42 AMMeriden, CT$371One-way2 transfers- 11:15 AM8h27Philadelphia, PA7:42 PMMeriden, CT$371One-way2 transfers
- 2:15 AM7h27Philadelphia, PA9:42 AMMeriden, CT$401One-way3 transfers
- 2:15 AM7h27Philadelphia, PA9:42 AMMeriden, CT$401One-way3 transfers
- 11:15 AM8h27Philadelphia, PA7:42 PMMeriden, CT$371One-way2 transfers
- 2:15 AM9h27Philadelphia, PA11:42 AMMeriden, CT$371One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Meriden, CT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Meriden, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a flight costs an average of $412.
Distance: 165 miles (266 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$63 Average price Cheapest | $77 Average price | $532 Average price | $71 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 6m Average total duration 10h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to Meriden, CT:
A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to Meriden, CT costing on average $77 (€62).
A bus is $470 (€378) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to Meriden, CT costing on average $532 (€428).
Other travel options to Meriden, CT take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 57m.
Bus takes on average 10h 36m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Philadelphia, PA to Meriden, CT Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 05:37PM | Duration 6h22 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Meriden, CT bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Meriden, CT buses for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:30 AM Philadelphia, PA | 11h15 | 2:45 PM Meriden, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
| 2:15 AM Philadelphia, PA | 7h27 | 9:42 AM Meriden, CT | 3 transfers | |
| 2:15 AM Philadelphia, PA | 9h27 | 11:42 AM Meriden, CT | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Meriden, CT
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Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Meriden, CT run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 165 miles (266 km) distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 165 miles (266 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€37) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 4 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Philadelphia, PA to Meriden, CTYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to Meriden, CT with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $46 (€37). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Meriden, CT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Meriden, CT by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Meriden, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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