What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Back Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Back Bay is to bus which costs $70 - $140 and takes 14h.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Back Bay?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Back Bay is to fly which takes 3h 30m and costs $130 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Back Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia to Back Bay. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia and arriving at UNE Campus Center via Springfield Union Station, St John St and Saco Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Back Bay?

The distance between Philadelphia and Back Bay is 396 miles. The road distance is 391.7 miles.

How do I travel from Philadelphia to Back Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Back Bay without a car is to train which takes 9h 45m and costs $70 - $850.

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to Back Bay?

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Philadelphia to Back Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Back Bay bus from?

Philadelphia to Back Bay bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Philadelphia station.

Train, bus or fly from Philadelphia to Back Bay?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Back Bay is to fly which takes 3h 30m and costs $130 - $490. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $850 and takes 9h 45m, you could also bus, which costs $70 - $140 and takes 14h.

Where does the Philadelphia to Back Bay bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Back Bay bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Springfield Union Station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Back Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Back Bay is 392 miles. It takes approximately 7h 19m to drive from Philadelphia to Back Bay.

Where can I stay near Back Bay?

There are 283+ hotels available in Back Bay.

Philadelphia to Back Bay - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Philadelphia to Back Bay by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, 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.

Fly from Philadelphia International Airport
best
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Portland (PWM)plane PHL - PWM
3h 30m
$133–488
Drive 389.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Back Baycar 389.4 mi
7h 19m
$72–103
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Bostontrain Acela
2. Take the train from Boston to Saco Amtrak Stationtrain Downeaster
9h 45m
$75–851
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia to Springfield Union Stationbus Greyhound US0231
2. Take the bus from Springfield Union Station to City of Portlandbus FlixBus N2615
14h
$73–132
Train to Newark Liberty International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Newark Liberty International Airporttrain
2. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Portland (PWM)plane EWR - PWM
4h 12m
$511–1,081
Train to John F. Kennedy International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain
2. Fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Portland (PWM)plane JFK - PWM
4h 54m
$136–980
Train to Laguardia Airport, fly
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain
2. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Portland (PWM)plane LGA - PWM
5h 43m
$134–1,037

Philadelphia to Back Bay by train, subway, and bus (Amtrak)

41Weekly Services

9h 45mAverage Duration

$75Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 393.5 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Back Bay, ME, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Portland (PWM) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from 30th Street Station to UNE Campus Center via Boston, Back Bay, North Station, Boston, Saco Amtrak Station, and Saco Transportation Center in around 9h 45m.

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