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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Branford is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Branford is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Branford?

No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia station to Branford. However, there are services departing from 30th Street Station and arriving at Branford via New Haven. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Branford?

The distance between Philadelphia and Branford is 175 miles. The road distance is 175 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Branford without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs $24 - $750.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Philadelphia to Branford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Branford train from?

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

Train or bus from Philadelphia to Branford?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Branford is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs $24 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $27 - $130 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Branford train arrive?

Philadelphia to Branford train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at New Haven station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Branford?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Branford is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Philadelphia to Branford.

Where can I stay near Branford?

There are 205+ hotels available in Branford.

Philadelphia to Branford - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Philadelphia to Branford by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), bus, train, car, or plane

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 30th Street Station to New Haventrain Acela
3h 59m
$24–709
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0305 / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to New Haven Union Stationbus New York
5h 41m
$27–127
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia to New York Midtownbus FlixBus 2602 / ...
2. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to New Haventrain New Haven
5h 48m
$37–118
Drive 174 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Branfordcar 174 mi
3h 26m
$32–46
Train via New York (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Northeast Regional
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to New Haventrain Northeast Regional
4h 29m
$24–1,246
Fly, train
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Bradley International Airport (BDL)plane PHL - BDL
2. Take the train from Windsor Locks to New Haventrain
5h 51m
$234–832

Philadelphia to Branford by train (Amtrak)

135Weekly Trains

3h 59mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.3 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Branford, CT, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from 30th Street Station to New Haven every 4 hours. Tickets cost $35–700 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Philadelphia to Branford via Port Authority Bus Terminal, New Haven Union Station, and New Haven in around 5h 41m.

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