Boston to Philadelphia

Boston to Philadelphia

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Best Options

 
$40
 
 
$331

Other Options

Boston to Philadelphia Schedule

Boston to Philadelphia Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
FlixBus Economy 01:30 - 11:30$ 39.93
Amtrak Business Class 05:05 - 10:09$ 312.54
FlixBus Economy 07:10 - 19:50$ 45.92
American Airlines Economy #AA255009:00 - 10:36$ 290.54
American Airlines Economy #AA271011:55 - 13:30$ 265.72
Amtrak Business Class 13:00 - 18:11$ 172.69
Amtrak Economy Class 15:15 - 21:11$ 17.30
Amtrak Economy Class 17:35 - 23:40$ 133.70
Amtrak Economy Class 19:55 - 01:46$ 96.78
FlixBus Economy 20:55 - 03:05$ 45.82

Transportation from Boston to Philadelphia

Facts about the transport from Boston to Philadelphia

Cheapest Transport$40
Fastest Transport1h 34m
Earliest Departure1:30 AM
Latest Departure8:55 PM
Departures per day51
Distance1208 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAmtrak, FlixBus, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines

How to get from Boston to Philadelphia

When you want to get from Boston to Philadelphia, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 330.37. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 39.93.

How far is Boston from Philadelphia?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Boston to Philadelphia. Your trip will be a total of 751 miles (1208 km). The flying distance is 828 miles (1332 km).

How long does it take to get from Boston to Philadelphia?

The travel time from Boston to Philadelphia can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 25 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Boston to Philadelphia?

The cost of the trip from Boston to Philadelphia varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is FlixBus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 39.93 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 330.37.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Boston to Philadelphia:

  • Bus tickets - USD 40.00 to USD 42.00;
  • Plane tickets - USD 41.00 to USD 330.00;
  • Train tickets - USD 100.00 to USD 313.00;

How many trips per day are there between Boston and Philadelphia?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 26 trains per day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 01:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 20:55. There are 19 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Boston to Philadelphia depart during the day - there are approximately 6 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Boston to Philadelphia. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 41.00.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Boston to Philadelphia

Frontier Airlines, United Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Boston to Philadelphia is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Boston to Philadelphia

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Boston to Philadelphia? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 50% users took a plane.
  • 50% users enjoyed a train ride.