What is the cheapest way to get from Delaware to Philadelphia, PA?

The cheapest way to get from Delaware to Philadelphia, PA is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Delaware to Philadelphia, PA?

The fastest way to get from Delaware to Philadelphia, PA is to train via Drexel Station at 30th St which takes 31 min and costs $3 - $550.

Is there a direct train between Delaware and Philadelphia, PA?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wilmington and arriving at Suburban Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Delaware to Philadelphia, PA?

The distance between Delaware and Philadelphia, PA is 27 miles. The road distance is 28.3 miles.

How do I travel from Delaware to Philadelphia, PA without a car?

The best way to get from Delaware to Philadelphia, PA without a car is to train via Drexel Station at 30th St which takes 31 min and costs $3 - $550.

How long does it take to get from Delaware to Philadelphia, PA?

It takes approximately 31 min to get from Delaware to Philadelphia, PA, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Delaware to Philadelphia, PA train from?

Delaware to Philadelphia, PA train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, depart from Wilmington station.

What is the time difference between Delaware and Philadelphia, PA?

Philadelphia, PA is 2h behind Delaware. It is currently 6:52 PM in Delaware and 4:52 PM in Philadelphia, PA.

Where does the Delaware to Philadelphia, PA train arrive?

Delaware to Philadelphia, PA train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at 30th Street Station.

Can I drive from Delaware to Philadelphia, PA?

Yes, the driving distance between Delaware to Philadelphia, PA is 28 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Delaware to Philadelphia, PA.

Where can I stay near Philadelphia, PA?

There are 912+ hotels available in Philadelphia, PA.

Delaware to Philadelphia, PA - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Delaware to Philadelphia, PA by train (Amtrak), car, taxi, or train

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Train via Drexel Station at 30th St (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Wilmington to 30th Street StationNortheast Regional
31 min
$3–550
Drive 28.1 mi
1. Drive from Wilmington to Philadelphia, PA28.1 mi
41 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wilmington to Philadelphia, PA28.1 mi
41 min
$95–120
Train
1. Take the train from Wilmington to Suburban StationWil
1h 4m

Delaware to Philadelphia, PA by train and subway (Amtrak)

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Distance: 27.2 mi
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between Delaware, USA and Philadelphia, PA, USA?

Amtrak Northeast Regional operates a train from Wilmington to 30th Street Station hourly. Tickets cost $3–200 and the journey takes 23 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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