What is the cheapest way to get from Cranston to Philadelphia?

The cheapest way to get from Cranston to Philadelphia is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 5h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cranston to Philadelphia?

The fastest way to get from Cranston to Philadelphia is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $40 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between Cranston and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct bus from Cranston to Philadelphia. However, there are services departing from Pontiac after Park and arriving at Philadelphia via Providence. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.

How far is it from Cranston to Philadelphia?

The distance between Cranston and Philadelphia is 284 miles. The road distance is 264.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cranston to Philadelphia without a car?

The best way to get from Cranston to Philadelphia without a car is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs $35 - $800.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Cranston to Philadelphia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cranston to Philadelphia bus from?

Cranston to Philadelphia bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Providence station.

Train, bus or fly from Cranston to Philadelphia?

The best way to get from Cranston to Philadelphia is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs $35 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $110 and takes 8h 7m, you could also fly, which costs $40 - $300 and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Cranston to Philadelphia bus arrive?

Cranston to Philadelphia bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Philadelphia station.

Can I drive from Cranston to Philadelphia?

Yes, the driving distance between Cranston to Philadelphia is 264 miles. It takes approximately 5h 10m to drive from Cranston to Philadelphia.

Where can I stay near Philadelphia?

There are 904+ hotels available in Philadelphia.

Cranston to Philadelphia - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Cranston to Philadelphia by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, plane, bus (Greyhound), or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Providence to 30th Street StationAcela
5h 31m
$37–802
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Providence to PhiladelphiaFlixBus 2681
8h 7m
$42–102
Drive 262.7 mi
1. Drive from Cranston to Philadelphia262.7 mi
5h 10m
$48–70
Fly Theodore Francis Green State Airport to Philadelphia International Airport
1. Fly from Theodore Francis Green State Airport (PVD) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)PVD - PHL
3h 26m
$42–292
Bus via New York
1. Take the bus from Providence Downtown to Port Authority Bus TerminalProvidence
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to PhiladelphiaGreyhound US0305 / ...
8h 12m
$43–102
Train to Boston Logan Airport, fly to Philadelphia International Airport
1. Take the train from Providence to South Station
2. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)BOS - PHL
5h 47m
$103–989
Fly Theodore Francis Green State Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, train
1. Fly from Theodore Francis Green State Airport (PVD) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)PVD - JFK
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to 30th Street Station
4h 56m
$57–861

Cranston to Philadelphia by bus, foot, and train (Amtrak)

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5h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 282 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Cranston, RI, USA and Philadelphia, PA, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from Providence to 30th Street Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $60–800 and the journey takes 4h 26m. Amtrak Northeast Regional also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Providence to Philadelphia once daily. Tickets cost $40–100 and the journey takes 6h 40m.

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