How to travel from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA

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

The cheapest way to travel from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA is a bus with an average price of $19 (€15).

This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA:

A bus is $7 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $26 (€21).

The fastest way to travel from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA is by train with an average journey time of 1h 51m.

Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 57m.

The distance from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA is approximately 80 miles (130 km).

The average frequency per day from New York, NY to Philadelphia, PA is:

• Around 65 buses per day.
• Around 43 trains per day.

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

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

• Trains mostly depart from Penn Station, New York, NY and arrive in 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA.
• Buses mostly depart from New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY and arrive in Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA.

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

• Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound, Peter Pan Bus Lines, Infobus to go to Philadelphia, PA by bus.
• Travel with Amtrak, Amtrak to go to Philadelphia, PA by train.

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

• 61 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Greyhound, Peter Pan Bus Lines, Infobus.
• 43 direct trains per day with Amtrak, Amtrak.

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