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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Dayton is to bus via Reading which costs $70 - $140 and takes 13h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Dayton is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs $65 - $410.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Dayton?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia station to Dayton. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at Wright Stop Plaza - S.B. via Northwest Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 32m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Dayton?

The distance between Philadelphia and Dayton is 506 miles. The road distance is 539 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Dayton without a car is to bus which takes 13h 32m and costs $75 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Philadelphia to Dayton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Dayton bus from?

Philadelphia to Dayton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Philadelphia Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Philadelphia to Dayton?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Dayton is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs $65 - $410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $180 and takes 13h 32m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Dayton bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Dayton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Dayton Trotwood Bus Station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Dayton?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Dayton is 539 miles. It takes approximately 9h 14m to drive from Philadelphia to Dayton.

Where can I stay near Dayton?

There are 400+ hotels available in Dayton.

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

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

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

Fly Philadelphia International Airport to Dayton
best
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Dayton (DAY)plane PHL - DAY
5h 5m
$65–405
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Dayton Trotwood Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0421
13h 32m
$76–174
Drive 535.9 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Daytoncar 535.9 mi
9h 14m
$98–142
Fly Philadelphia International Airport to Blue Grass Airport, drive
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane PHL - LEX
2. Drive from Lexington-Airport-LEX to Daytoncar
5h 53m
$92–453
Train to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, fly to Dayton
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Washington Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Dayton (DAY)plane DCA - DAY
6h 36m
$128–689
Bus via Reading (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Readingbus FlixBus 2642 / ...
2. Take the bus from Reading to Dayton Trotwood Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2642
13h 57m
$74–134

Philadelphia to Dayton by bus and foot

18Weekly Services

13h 32mAverage Duration

$76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 503.4 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Dayton, OH, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Dayton (DAY) every 2 hours. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Dayton Trotwood Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $90–180 and the journey takes 12h 50m. Flixbus USA also services this route 4 times a week.

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