What is the cheapest way to get from Lower Manhattan to Philadelphia?

The cheapest way to get from Lower Manhattan to Philadelphia is to drive which costs $16 - $25 and takes 1h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lower Manhattan to Philadelphia?

The fastest way to get from Lower Manhattan to Philadelphia is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Lower Manhattan and Philadelphia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from New York City Chinatown and arriving at Philadelphia Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Lower Manhattan and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct train from Lower Manhattan to Philadelphia station. However, there are services departing from Prince St and arriving at 30th Street Station via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Lower Manhattan to Philadelphia?

The distance between Lower Manhattan and Philadelphia is 145 miles. The road distance is 93.2 miles.

How do I travel from Lower Manhattan to Philadelphia without a car?

The best way to get from Lower Manhattan to Philadelphia without a car is to bus which takes 2h and costs $18 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Lower Manhattan to Philadelphia?

The bus from New York City Chinatown to Philadelphia Bus Station takes 2h including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Lower Manhattan to Philadelphia bus from?

Lower Manhattan to Philadelphia bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from New York City Chinatown station.

Where do I catch the Lower Manhattan to Philadelphia train from?

Lower Manhattan to Philadelphia train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, depart from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Train or bus from Lower Manhattan to Philadelphia?

The best way to get from Lower Manhattan to Philadelphia is to bus which takes 2h and costs $18 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $14 - $650 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Lower Manhattan to Philadelphia bus arrive?

Lower Manhattan to Philadelphia bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Philadelphia Bus Station.

Where does the Lower Manhattan to Philadelphia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lower Manhattan to Philadelphia?

Yes, the driving distance between Lower Manhattan to Philadelphia is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Lower Manhattan to Philadelphia.

Where can I stay near Philadelphia?

There are 710+ hotels available in Philadelphia.

Lower Manhattan to Philadelphia - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Lower Manhattan to Philadelphia by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

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

Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from New York City Chinatown to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2608
2h
$18–35
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Northeast Regional
2h 5m
$15–603
Drive 92.6 mi
1. Drive from Lower Manhattan to Philadelphiacar 92.6 mi
1h 48m
$17–25

Lower Manhattan to Philadelphia by bus (Flixbus)

14Weekly Buses

2hAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 144.5 mi
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Lower Manhattan, NY, USA and Philadelphia, PA, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from New York City Chinatown to Philadelphia Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $18–35 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, Amtrak Northeast Regional operates a train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to 30th Street Station hourly. Tickets cost $12–230 and the journey takes 1h 33m. Two other operators also service this route.

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