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 station to Highlands. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at Highlands, NJ via Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

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 49m.

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 49m and costs $55 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m 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 Greyhound USA, depart from Philadelphia Bus 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 49m and costs $55 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $90 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Highlands bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Highlands bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at 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 123+ hotels available in Highlands.

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There are 4 ways to get from Philadelphia to Highlands by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, train, or ferry

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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 49m
$56–650
Drive 75.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Highlandscar 75.5 mi
1h 51m
$14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0305 / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Highlands, NJbus Route 36-To Beachway / Long Branch / ...
4h 48m
$55–89
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 Pier 11/Wall St., NYC to Highlands, NJferry Seastreak
3h 48m
$34–639

Philadelphia to Highlands by bus

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Distance: 122.8 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Highlands, NJ via Port Authority Bus Terminal in around 4h 48m.

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