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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Kentucky is to bus which costs $100 - $190 and takes 16h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Kentucky is to fly which takes 4h 18m and costs $160 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Kentucky?

No, there is no direct bus from Philadelphia station to Kentucky. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at Louisville via Vine St & Martin Luther King Dr and Cincinnati. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 45m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Kentucky?

The distance between Philadelphia and Kentucky is 531 miles. The road distance is 672.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Kentucky without a car is to bus which takes 16h 45m and costs $100 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Philadelphia to Kentucky, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Kentucky bus from?

Philadelphia to Kentucky bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Philadelphia Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Philadelphia to Kentucky?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Kentucky is to fly which takes 4h 18m and costs $160 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $190 and takes 16h 45m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Kentucky bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Kentucky bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Cincinnati station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Kentucky?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Kentucky is 672 miles. It takes approximately 11h 28m to drive from Philadelphia to Kentucky.

Where can I stay near Kentucky?

There are 623+ hotels available in Kentucky.

Philadelphia to Kentucky - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Philadelphia to Kentucky by plane, bus (Flixbus), train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly Philadelphia International Airport to Covington
best
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Covington (CVG)plane PHL - CVG
4h 18m
$165–906
Fly Philadelphia International Airport to Blue Grass Airport, line 3 bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane PHL - LEX
2. Take the bus from Transit Center to Centre Parkway @ 1349bus
5h 40m
$85–496
Bus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Cincinnatibus FlixBus N2642
2. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Louisvillebus Bsb 27 / ...
16h 45m
$103–187
Train, bus
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Louisville Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0100 / ...
24h 30m
$242–528
Drive 668.3 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Louisvillecar 668.3 mi
11h 28m
$122–177
Fly Philadelphia International Airport to Louisville International Airport
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane PHL - SDF
4h 58m
$144–857
Train to Newark Liberty International Airport, fly to Covington
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Newark Liberty International Airporttrain
2. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Covington (CVG)plane EWR - CVG
5h 6m
$202–997
Bus via Columbus
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Wilson & Ferrell Shell Station - Columbusbus Greyhound US0421
2. Take the bus from Columbus to Louisvillebus Bsb 27 / ...
17h
$97–181

Philadelphia to Kentucky by bus and foot

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Distance: 527.7 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Covington (CVG) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Louisville via Cincinnati, Vine St & Martin Luther King Dr, Race St & Court St, and Cincinnati in around 16h 45m.

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