How to travel from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA

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

The cheapest way to travel from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA is a bus with an average price of $28 (€23).

This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA:

A bus is $13 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $41 (€34).

A bus is $412 (€337) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA costing on average $440 (€360).

The fastest way to travel from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA is by train with an average journey time of 3h 8m.

Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:

Flight takes on average 3h 15m.

Bus takes on average 3h 39m.

The distance from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA is approximately 123 miles (199 km).

The average frequency per day from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA is:

• Around 40 flights per day.
• Around 32 trains per day.
• Around 18 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA:

• Flights mostly depart from Dulles International Airport and arrive in Philadelphia International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC and arrive in 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA.
• Buses mostly depart from Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station 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 Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Amtrak, Amtrak to go to Philadelphia, PA by train.
• Travel with United to go to Philadelphia, PA by flight.
• Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound, Peter Pan Bus Lines, Infobus, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority to go to Philadelphia, PA by bus.

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

• 32 direct trains per day with Amtrak, Amtrak.
• 4 direct flights per day with United.
• 16 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Greyhound, Peter Pan Bus Lines, Infobus.

Omio customers who travel from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PA often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, 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.