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

The cheapest way to get from Elizabeth to Philadelphia is to train via Trenton which costs $5 - $22 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elizabeth to Philadelphia is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs $20 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Elizabeth and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct bus from Elizabeth to Philadelphia station. However, there are services departing from E Jersey St At East Scott Pl and arriving at Philadelphia Bus Station via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Elizabeth and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct train from Elizabeth to Philadelphia station. However, there are services departing from Elizabeth and arriving at 30th Street Station via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Elizabeth to Philadelphia?

The distance between Elizabeth and Philadelphia is 86 miles. The road distance is 74.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elizabeth to Philadelphia without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs $20 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Elizabeth to Philadelphia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elizabeth to Philadelphia bus from?

Elizabeth to Philadelphia bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from E Jersey St At East Scott Pl station.

Where do I catch the Elizabeth to Philadelphia train from?

Elizabeth to Philadelphia train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Train or bus from Elizabeth to Philadelphia?

The best way to get from Elizabeth to Philadelphia is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs $20 - $650. Alternatively, you can line 62 bus and bus, which costs $13 - $28 and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Elizabeth to Philadelphia bus arrive?

Elizabeth to Philadelphia bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

Where does the Elizabeth to Philadelphia train arrive?

Elizabeth to Philadelphia train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at 30th Street Station.

Can I drive from Elizabeth to Philadelphia?

Yes, the driving distance between Elizabeth to Philadelphia is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Elizabeth to Philadelphia.

Where can I stay near Philadelphia?

There are 948+ hotels available in Philadelphia.

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There are 5 ways to get from Elizabeth to Philadelphia by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, train, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
1h 29m
$21–609
Train via Trenton
cheapest
1. Take the train from Elizabeth to Trenton Transit Centertrain Nec
2. Take the train from Trenton Transit Center to Suburban Stationtrain Tre
2h 30m
$6–22
Line 62 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from E Jersey St At East Scott Pl to Newark Penn Stationbus 62
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2601 / ...
3h 18m
$13–27
Drive 74.3 mi
1. Drive from Elizabeth to Philadelphiacar 74.3 mi
1h 39m
$14–20
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Elizabeth to Trenton Transit Centertrain Nec
2. Take the bus from Wallenberg Ave Across From Terminal to 6Th St At Race Stbus 409
3h 51m
$9–40

Elizabeth to Philadelphia by train (Amtrak)

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1h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 85.7 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Elizabeth, NJ, USA and Philadelphia, PA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Newark Penn Station to 30th Street Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $22–50 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Amtrak Acela also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from E Jersey St At East Scott Pl to Philadelphia Bus Station via Newark Penn Station in around 3h 18m.

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