How to travel from Philadelphia, PA to Baltimore, MD

There are 2 options to travel between Philadelphia, PA and Baltimore, MD including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Philadelphia, PA to Baltimore, MD is a train with an average price of $10.

This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to Baltimore, MD:

A train is $13 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Philadelphia, PA to Baltimore, MD costing on average $23.

The fastest way to travel from Philadelphia, PA to Baltimore, MD is by train with an average journey time of 2h 14m.

Other travel options to Baltimore, MD take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 30m.

The distance from Philadelphia, PA to Baltimore, MD is approximately 89 miles (144 km).

The average frequency per day from Philadelphia, PA to Baltimore, MD is:

• Around 32 trains per day.
• Around 12 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Philadelphia, PA and Baltimore, MD 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 Philadelphia, PA to Baltimore, MD:

• Trains mostly depart from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA and arrive in Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD.
• Buses mostly depart from Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA and arrive in Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station).

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

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

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

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

Omio customers who travel from Philadelphia, PA to Baltimore, MD often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Washington, DC, Newark, NJ, Boston, MA, New Carrollton, MD. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Baltimore, MD and these popular destinations at a great price.

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

In Baltimore, MD, you can explore Fell's Point, a charming historic district with cobblestone streets, pubs, and boutiques. Enjoy a scenic stroll through Patterson Park, which offers beautiful views, walking trails, and a historic pagoda. Attend a Broadway show or concert at the beautifully restored Hippodrome Theatre. Visit the Maryland Zoo to see a wide variety of animals, or explore the Walters Art Museum's diverse collection of art. Discover the city's best sights, including the historic Fort McHenry National Monument, the renowned National Aquarium, the Baltimore Museum of Art, and the vibrant Inner Harbor with its shops, restaurants, and attractions like the Maryland Science Center and American Visionary Art Museum.

To fully explore Baltimore, MD, and its key attractions like the Inner Harbor, National Aquarium, Fort McHenry, and various museums, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.