Rome2Rio

How to get fromHamden to Philadelphiaby train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, bus, plane, or train

Find Transport to Philadelphia

See all options
QR code to download the Rome2Rio app

Download the Rome2Rio travel app

Scan QR code with your phone to download the app

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play

There are 5 ways to get from Hamden to Philadelphia by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, bus, plane, 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.

  1. Train (Amtrak)

    best
    1. Take the train from New Haven to 30th Street Stationtrain train Northeast Regional / ...
    4h 46m
    $39–704

  2. Drive  171.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Hamden to Philadelphiacar car 171.9 mi
    3h 28m
    $29–41

  3. Bus (Greyhound)

    1. Take the bus from New Haven Bus Stop to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus bus Greyhound US0235D
    5h 41m
    $39–64

  4. Bus, fly

    1. Take the bus from Devine St @ Commuter Park & Ride Lot to Central Row @ Main Stbus bus
    2. Fly from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane plane BDL - PHL
    4h 54m
    $61–418

  5. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from New Haven to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain train Northeast Regional / ...
    2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus bus FlixBus 2602 / ...
    5h 43m
    $43–639

Hamden to Philadelphia by bus and train (Amtrak)

Calendar131Weekly Services
Duration4h 46mAverage Duration
Ticket$39Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Hamden to Philadelphia.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 172.5 mi
  • Duration: 4h 46m

What companies run services between Hamden, CT, USA and Philadelphia, PA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from New Haven to 30th Street Station hourly. Tickets cost $90–140 and the journey takes 3h 27m. Amtrak Acela also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from New Haven Bus Stop to Philadelphia Bus Station once a week. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 4h.

Airlines
Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides

Need to know: Greyhound

Read the travel guideNeed to know: Greyhound

Booking & Getting There