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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Highlands is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Highlands is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Highlands?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia to Highlands. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia and arriving at Highlands, NJ via Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Highlands?

No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia station to Highlands. However, there are services departing from 30th Street Station and arriving at Red Bank via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Highlands?

The distance between Philadelphia and Highlands is 123 miles. The road distance is 75.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Highlands without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs $50 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Philadelphia to Highlands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Highlands bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Highlands train from?

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

Train or bus from Philadelphia to Highlands?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Highlands is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs $50 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus via New York, which costs $60 - $130 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Highlands bus arrive?

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

Where does the Philadelphia to Highlands train arrive?

Philadelphia to Highlands train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Highlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Highlands is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Philadelphia to Highlands.

Where can I stay near Highlands?

There are 104+ hotels available in Highlands.

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There are 5 ways to get from Philadelphia to Highlands by train (Amtrak), train, ferry, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Newark Penn Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Red Banktrain Njcl / ...
2h 50m
$51–645
Drive 75.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Highlandscar 75.5 mi
1h 51m
$14–20
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
2. Take the ferry from East 35th St., NYC to Highlands, NJferry Seastreak
4h 4m
$36–649
Bus via New York
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia to New York - Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Philadelphia
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Highlands, NJbus Route 36-To Beachway / Long Branch / ...
4h 38m
$61–126
Bus
1. Take the bus from Market St At 13Th St to Asbury Park Transportation Ctrbus 317
7h 14m
$15–49

Philadelphia to Highlands by train, foot, bus, and ferry

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4h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 122.8 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

You can take a train from 30th Street Station to Highlands via Newark Penn Station and Red Bank in around 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Philadelphia to Highlands, NJ via Port Authority Bus Terminal in around 4h 38m.

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