How to travel from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA

There are 3 options to travel between Durham, NC and Philadelphia, PA including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA is a bus with an average price of $120 (€101).

This is compared to other travel options from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA:

A bus is $76 (€64) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $196 (€164).

A bus is $494 (€413) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $614 (€513).

The fastest way to travel from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 5m.

Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 18m.

Bus takes on average 11h 5m.

The distance from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA is approximately 340 miles (548 km).

The average frequency per day from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA is:

• Around 85 flights per day.
• Around 7 buses per day.
• Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Durham, NC and Philadelphia, PA as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA:

• Flights mostly depart from Raleigh-Durham International Airport and arrive in Philadelphia International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Durham Station, Durham, NC and arrive in 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA.
• Buses mostly depart from Durham Station and arrive in Philadelphia Bus Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Amtrak to go to Philadelphia, PA by train.
• Travel with American Airlines, piedmont airlines, Republic Airlines, United, CitizenPlane, Spirit Airlines, psa airlines to go to Philadelphia, PA by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound to go to Philadelphia, PA by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA with the following travel companies:

• 1 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
• 8 direct flights per day with American Airlines, piedmont airlines, CitizenPlane, psa airlines.

Omio customers who travel from Durham, NC to Philadelphia, PA often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Orlando, FL, Chicago, IL, Washington, DC, Atlanta, GA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Philadelphia, PA and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Philadelphia, PA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Philadelphia, PA, you can visit the Liberty Bell, an iconic symbol of American independence, and Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were debated and adopted. Art enthusiasts can explore the Philadelphia Museum of Art, known for its vast collection and the famous Rocky Steps. For a taste of local culture, head to Reading Terminal Market, a bustling indoor space with diverse food options. Additionally, the Philadelphia Zoo offers a chance to see a wide variety of animals and interactive exhibits.

To experience Philadelphia's key attractions, such as the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and the Reading Terminal Market, a stay of 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient.