What is the cheapest way to get from Journal Square to Philadelphia?

The cheapest way to get from Journal Square to Philadelphia is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 1h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Journal Square to Philadelphia?

The fastest way to get from Journal Square to Philadelphia is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Journal Square and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct bus from Journal Square to Philadelphia. However, there are services departing from Journal Square Transportation Center and arriving at Philadelphia via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Journal Square and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct train from Journal Square to Philadelphia station. However, there are services departing from Journal Square and arriving at 30th Street Station via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Journal Square to Philadelphia?

The distance between Journal Square and Philadelphia is 87 miles. The road distance is 89 miles.

How do I travel from Journal Square to Philadelphia without a car?

The best way to get from Journal Square to Philadelphia without a car is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs $14 - $650.

How long does it take to get from Journal Square to Philadelphia?

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Journal Square to Philadelphia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Journal Square to Philadelphia bus from?

Journal Square to Philadelphia bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Journal Square Transportation Center station.

Where do I catch the Journal Square to Philadelphia train from?

Journal Square to Philadelphia train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Train or bus from Journal Square to Philadelphia?

The best way to get from Journal Square to Philadelphia is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs $14 - $650. Alternatively, you can line 1 bus and bus, which costs $17 - $50 and takes 3h 28m.

Where does the Journal Square to Philadelphia bus arrive?

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

Where does the Journal Square to Philadelphia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Journal Square to Philadelphia?

Yes, the driving distance between Journal Square to Philadelphia is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Journal Square to Philadelphia.

Where can I stay near Philadelphia?

There are 931+ hotels available in Philadelphia.

Journal Square to Philadelphia - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Journal Square to Philadelphia by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, bus, 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 Newark Penn Station to 30th Street StationNortheast Regional
1h 47m
$14–603
Line 1 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Journal Square Transportation Center to Newark Penn Station1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to PhiladelphiaFlixBus 2608 / ...
3h 28m
$18–46
Drive 88.4 mi
1. Drive from Journal Square to Philadelphia88.4 mi
1h 43m
$17–24
Line 2 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Journal Square Transportation Center to Secaucus Junction Bus Plaza2
2. Take the train from Frank R Lautenberg Secaucus Upper Level to Trenton Transit CenterNec
3. Take the train from Trenton to Suburban StationTre
3h 44m

Journal Square to Philadelphia by foot and train (Amtrak)

332Weekly Services

1h 47mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 86.1 mi
Duration: 1h 47m

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

Amtrak Northeast Regional operates a train from Newark Penn Station to 30th Street Station hourly. Tickets cost $11–220 and the journey takes 1h 17m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Journal Square to Philadelphia via Journal Square Transportation Center and Newark Penn Station in around 3h 28m.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

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.