How to travel from New Brunswick, NJ to Philadelphia, PA

There are 2 options to travel between New Brunswick, NJ and Philadelphia, PA including taking a bus and train.

The cheapest way to travel from New Brunswick, NJ to Philadelphia, PA is a train with an average price of €19.

This is compared to other travel options from New Brunswick, NJ to Philadelphia, PA:

A train is €5 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from New Brunswick, NJ to Philadelphia, PA costing on average €24.

The fastest way to travel from New Brunswick, NJ to Philadelphia, PA is by train with an average journey time of 1h 21m.

Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 40m.

The distance from New Brunswick, NJ to Philadelphia, PA is approximately 52 miles (85 km).

The average frequency per day from New Brunswick, NJ to Philadelphia, PA is:

• Around 4 trains per day.
• Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from New Brunswick, NJ to Philadelphia, PA:

• Buses mostly depart from New Brunswick, French Street (Across New Brunswick train station) and arrive in Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA.
• Trains mostly depart from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ and arrive in 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA.

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

• Travel with Amtrak, NJ Transit to go to Philadelphia, PA by train.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Philadelphia, PA by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from New Brunswick, NJ to Philadelphia, PA with the following travel companies:

• 4 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
• 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from New Brunswick, NJ to Philadelphia, PA often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Washington, DC, Newark, NJ, Atlantic City, NJ, Boston, MA. 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.