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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Elizabeth is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Elizabeth is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs $13 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Elizabeth?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia to Elizabeth. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia and arriving at E Jersey St At Madison Ave via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Elizabeth?

No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia station to Elizabeth. However, there are services departing from 30th Street Station and arriving at Elizabeth via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Elizabeth?

The distance between Philadelphia and Elizabeth is 86 miles. The road distance is 74.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Elizabeth without a car is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs $13 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Philadelphia to Elizabeth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Elizabeth bus from?

Philadelphia to Elizabeth bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Philadelphia station.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Elizabeth train from?

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

Train or bus from Philadelphia to Elizabeth?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Elizabeth is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs $13 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus and line 62 bus, which costs $20 - $50 and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Elizabeth bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Elizabeth bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

Where does the Philadelphia to Elizabeth train arrive?

Philadelphia to Elizabeth train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Elizabeth?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Elizabeth is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Philadelphia to Elizabeth.

Where can I stay near Elizabeth?

There are 3141+ hotels available in Elizabeth.

Philadelphia to Elizabeth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 62 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Philadelphia to Elizabeth by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, train, or bus

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 Newark Penn StationNortheast Regional
1h 32m
$13–598
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Market St At 13Th St to Wallenberg Ave Across From Terminal409
2. Take the train from Trenton Transit Center to ElizabethNec
4h
$9–39
Bus, line 62 bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia to Newark Penn StationFlixBus 2601 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to E Jersey St At Madison Ave62
2h 44m
$20–46
Drive 74.2 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Elizabeth74.2 mi
1h 37m
$14–20
Train via Trenton
1. Take the train from Suburban Station to TrentonTre
2. Take the train from Trenton Transit Center to ElizabethNec
2h 26m

Philadelphia to Elizabeth by train (Amtrak)

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1h 32mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Philadelphia to Elizabeth.

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Distance: 85.7 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Elizabeth, NJ, USA?

Amtrak Northeast Regional operates a train from 30th Street Station to Newark Penn Station hourly. Tickets cost $11–220 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Philadelphia to E Jersey St At Madison Ave via Newark Penn Station in around 2h 44m.

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