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

The cheapest way to get from Metuchen to Philadelphia is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Metuchen to Philadelphia is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs $11 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Metuchen and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct bus from Metuchen to Philadelphia. However, there are services departing from Main St At Rt-27 and arriving at Philadelphia via New Brunswick. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Metuchen and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct train from Metuchen to Philadelphia station. However, there are services departing from Metuchen and arriving at 30th Street Station via Metropark Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Metuchen to Philadelphia?

The distance between Metuchen and Philadelphia is 69 miles. The road distance is 63.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Metuchen to Philadelphia without a car is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs $11 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Metuchen to Philadelphia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Metuchen to Philadelphia bus from?

Metuchen to Philadelphia bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Main St At Rt-27 station.

Where do I catch the Metuchen to Philadelphia train from?

Metuchen to Philadelphia train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, depart from Metropark Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Metuchen to Philadelphia?

The best way to get from Metuchen to Philadelphia is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs $11 - $650. Alternatively, you can line 810 bus and bus, which costs $17 - $28 and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Metuchen to Philadelphia bus arrive?

Metuchen to Philadelphia bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at George St At Albany St station.

Where does the Metuchen to Philadelphia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Metuchen to Philadelphia?

Yes, the driving distance between Metuchen to Philadelphia is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Metuchen to Philadelphia.

Where can I stay near Philadelphia?

There are 954+ hotels available in Philadelphia.

Metuchen to Philadelphia - 5 ways to travel via train, line 810 bus, and bus

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

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 Metropark Amtrak Station to 30th Street StationNortheast Regional
1h 21m
$12–609
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Metuchen to Trenton Transit CenterNec
2. Take the bus from Wallenberg Ave Across From Terminal to 6Th St At Race St409
3h 28m
$9–37
Line 810 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Main St At Rt-27 to George St At Albany St810
2. Take the bus from New Brunswick to PhiladelphiaFlixBus 2602
2h 32m
$18–27
Drive 62.9 mi
1. Drive from Metuchen to Philadelphia62.9 mi
1h 23m
$12–17
Train via Trenton
1. Take the train from Metuchen to Trenton Transit CenterNec
2. Take the train from Trenton to Suburban StationTre
2h 4m

Metuchen to Philadelphia by train (Amtrak)

166Weekly Trains

1h 21mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 68.5 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

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

Amtrak Northeast Regional operates a train from Metropark Amtrak Station to 30th Street Station hourly. Tickets cost $9–220 and the journey takes 46 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main St At Rt-27 to Philadelphia via George St At Albany St and New Brunswick in around 2h 32m.

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