Philadelphia to New York

Philadelphia to New York

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Philadelphia to New York Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Elife
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+2h
$385.00
Train
Amtrak
Business Class
00:33
02:19
$138.18
Train
Amtrak
Economy Class
03:25
05:11
$26.36
Bus
Super Trans
Luxury
04:00
07:58
$120.98
Bus
Super Trans
Luxury
04:20
07:58
$115.98
Train
Amtrak
Business Class
05:13
06:40
$98.04
Flight
Frontier Airlines
Economy
05:30
00:42
$326.03
Train
Amtrak
Economy Class
05:52
07:26
$16.36
Train
Amtrak
Business Class
06:08
07:48
$116.09
Flight
Spirit Airlines
Economy
06:25
12:29
$104.79
Train
Amtrak
Economy Class
06:45
08:07
$69.37
Train
Amtrak
Business Class
07:17
08:45
$139.34
Flight
Frontier Airlines
Economy
08:00
01:33
$480.89
Train
Amtrak
Business Class
08:17
09:45
$162.51
Train
Amtrak
Business Class
08:36
09:51
$93.44
Bus
Coach Express
Luxury
09:00
11:00
$19.50
  3.5
Train
Amtrak
Business Class
09:17
10:45
$219.92
Train
Amtrak
Business Class
09:33
10:56
$182.65
Flight
Spirit Airlines
Economy
09:52
22:02
$253.84
Bus
Peter Pan Bus Lines
Standard AC
10:10
12:20
$20.96

How to get from Philadelphia to New York

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Train. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight 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 558.22. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 21.17.

How far is Philadelphia from New York?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Philadelphia to New York. Your trip will be a total of 41 miles (65 km). The flying distance is 41 miles (65 km).

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to New York?

The travel time from Philadelphia to New York can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 8 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Philadelphia to New York?

The cost of the trip from Philadelphia to New York varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Metro West Car: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 21.17 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 558.22.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 21.00 to USD 29.00;
  • Train tickets - USD 28.00 to USD 502.00;
  • flight price: USD 558.00. From Philadelphia to New York starting from 06:15 Philadelphia Airport until 06:15 Philadelphia Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 481.00 to USD 700.00.

How many trips per day are there between Philadelphia and New York?

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 73 trains per day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 07:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 21:30. There are 9 available bus trips every day.
  • 1 by flight from Philadelphia to New York starting from 06:15 Philadelphia Airport until 06:15 Philadelphia Airport

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Philadelphia to New York 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.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Philadelphia to New York. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 481.00.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

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 Philadelphia to New York

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Philadelphia to New York? 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:

  • 59% decided to go for a bus.
  • 41% users enjoyed a train ride.

Transportation from Philadelphia to New York

Facts about the transport from Philadelphia to New York

Cheapest Transport$21
Fastest Transport1h 18m
Earliest Departure12:33 ночи
Latest Departure11:04 вечера
Departures per day83
Distance65 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAmtrak, Coach Express, Elife, Metro West Car, United Airlines