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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Athol is to bus via Springfield which costs $45 - $90 and takes 8h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Athol is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 49m and costs $140 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Athol?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia station to Athol. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at Athol MA via New York Midtown and Springfield Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Athol?

The distance between Philadelphia and Athol is 286 miles. The road distance is 273.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Athol without a car is to train which takes 8h 5m and costs $70 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Philadelphia to Athol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Athol bus from?

Philadelphia to Athol bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Philadelphia station.

Train or bus from Philadelphia to Athol?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Athol is to train which takes 8h 5m and costs $70 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus via Springfield, which costs $45 - $90 and takes 8h 40m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Athol bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Athol bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at New York - Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Athol?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Athol is 273 miles. It takes approximately 5h 35m to drive from Philadelphia to Athol.

How do I get a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Athol?

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Where can I stay near Athol?

There are 22+ hotels available in Athol.

Philadelphia to Athol - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

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

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

Fly, taxi
best
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Worcester Regional Airport (ORH)plane PHL - ORH
2. Take the taxi from Worcester-Airport-ORH to Atholtaxi
3h 49m
$143–463
Bus via Springfield
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to New York Midtownbus
2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Springfield Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Springfield Union Station to Athol MAbus
8h 40m
$47–86
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Greenfield Amtrak Stationtrain Vermonter
8h 5m
$74–161
Drive 271.8 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Atholcar 271.8 mi
5h 35m
$50–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia to New York - Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Philadelphia
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Athol MAbus Greyhound US0256S
9h 20m
$56–123

Philadelphia to Athol by train and bus (Amtrak)

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8h 5mAverage Duration

$74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 284.2 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Athol, MA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from 30th Street Station to Greenfield Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $70–160 and the journey takes 6h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Athol MA via New York Midtown and Springfield Union Station in around 8h 40m.

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