How to travel from Raleigh, NC to Philadelphia, PA

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

The cheapest way to travel from Raleigh, NC to Philadelphia, PA is a bus with an average price of €82.

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

A bus is €100 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Raleigh, NC to Philadelphia, PA costing on average €182.

A bus is €418 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Raleigh, NC to Philadelphia, PA costing on average €500.

The fastest way to travel from Raleigh, NC to Philadelphia, PA is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 16m.

Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 50m.

Train takes on average 9h 51m.

The distance from Raleigh, NC to Philadelphia, PA is approximately 345 miles (556 km).

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

• Around 49 flights per day.
• Around 12 buses per day.
• Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Raleigh, 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 Raleigh, NC to Philadelphia, PA:

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

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Raleigh, 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 Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Philadelphia, PA by bus.
• Travel with American Airlines, CitizenPlane, piedmont airlines, Republic Airlines, United, skywest airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, psa airlines to go to Philadelphia, PA by flight.

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

• 1 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
• 1 direct buses per day with Greyhound.
• 5 direct flights per day with American Airlines, CitizenPlane, psa airlines.

Omio customers who travel from Raleigh, 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.