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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Delaware is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Delaware is to train which takes 21 min and costs $3 - $550.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Delaware?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 30th Street Station station and arriving at Wilmington. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Delaware?

The distance between Philadelphia and Delaware is 26 miles. The road distance is 27.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Delaware without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs $3 - $550.

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

The train from 30Th Street Station to Wilmington takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Delaware train from?

Philadelphia to Delaware train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, depart from 30th Street Station.

Where does the Philadelphia to Delaware train arrive?

Philadelphia to Delaware train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at Wilmington station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Delaware?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Delaware is 28 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Philadelphia to Delaware.

How do I get a train ticket from Philadelphia to Delaware?

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Where can I stay near Delaware?

There are 97+ hotels available in Delaware.

Philadelphia to Delaware - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Philadelphia to Delaware by train (Amtrak), car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to WilmingtonNortheast Regional
21 min
$3–550
Drive 27.6 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Wilmington27.6 mi
40 min
$5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Philadelphia to Wilmington27.6 mi
40 min
$95–120

Philadelphia to Delaware by train

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21 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 25.6 mi
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Delaware, USA?

Amtrak Northeast Regional operates a train from 30th Street Station to Wilmington hourly. Tickets cost $3–200 and the journey takes 21 min. Three other operators also service this route.

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