What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Boston University?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Boston University is to bus which costs $50 - $100 and takes 7h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Boston University?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Boston University is to fly and tram which takes 3h 38m and costs $180 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Boston University?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia to Boston University. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia and arriving at Boston, MA - Dalton and Belvidere Street via New York, NY - W 42nd Street and 9th Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Boston University?

No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia station to Boston University. However, there are services departing from 30th Street Station and arriving at Boston University East via Copley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Boston University?

The distance between Philadelphia and Boston University is 324 miles. The road distance is 301 miles.

How do I travel from Philadelphia to Boston University without a car?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Boston University without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs $100 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to Boston University?

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Philadelphia to Boston University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Boston University bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Boston University train from?

Philadelphia to Boston University train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from 30th Street Station.

Train or bus from Philadelphia to Boston University?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Boston University is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs $100 - $210. Alternatively, you can bus via New York, which costs $95 - $240 and takes 7h 24m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Boston University bus arrive?

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

Where does the Philadelphia to Boston University train arrive?

Philadelphia to Boston University train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Boston University?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Boston University is 301 miles. It takes approximately 5h 41m to drive from Philadelphia to Boston University.

Where can I stay near Boston University?

There are 1797+ hotels available in Boston University.

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There are 8 ways to get from Philadelphia to Boston University by train (Amtrak), bus, car, plane, tram, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Bostontrain Acela
5h 27m
$108–209
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Bostonbus Greyhound US0235 / ...
7h 47m
$54–99
Bus via New York
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia to New York - Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Philadelphia
2. Take the bus from New York, NY - W 42nd Street and 9th Avenue to Boston, MA - Dalton and Belvidere Streetbus New York
7h 24m
$96–232
Drive 299.3 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Boston Universitycar 299.3 mi
5h 41m
$55–79
Fly Philadelphia International Airport to Boston Logan Airport, tram
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane PHL - BOS
2. Take the tram from Copley to Boston University Easttram
3h 38m
$185–865
Train to Newark Liberty International Airport, fly to Boston Logan Airport
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Newark Liberty International Airporttrain
2. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane EWR - BOS
4h 21m
$238–913
Train to John F. Kennedy International Airport, fly to Boston Logan Airport
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 Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane JFK - BOS
5h 8m
$247–1,477
Fly Philadelphia International Airport to Theodore Francis Green State Airport, train
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Theodore Francis Green State Airport (PVD)plane PHL - PVD
2. Take the train from TF Green Airport to Back Baytrain
5h 42m
$60–342

Philadelphia to Boston University by train, foot, and tram (Amtrak)

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5h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 322.1 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

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

Amtrak Acela operates a train from 30th Street Station to Boston every 4 hours. Tickets cost $70–800 and the journey takes 5h 3m. Amtrak also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Philadelphia to Boston University via New York - Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York, NY - W 42nd Street and 9th Avenue, and Boston, MA - Dalton and Belvidere Street in around 7h 24m.

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