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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Metuchen is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Metuchen is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Metuchen?

No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia station to Metuchen. However, there are services departing from 30th Street Station and arriving at Metuchen via Metropark. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Metuchen?

The distance between Philadelphia and Metuchen is 69 miles. The road distance is 62.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Metuchen without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs $11 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Philadelphia to Metuchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Metuchen train from?

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

Train or bus from Philadelphia to Metuchen?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Metuchen is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs $11 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $20 - $40 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Metuchen train arrive?

Philadelphia to Metuchen train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at Metropark Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Metuchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Metuchen is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Philadelphia to Metuchen.

Where can I stay near Metuchen?

There are 362+ hotels available in Metuchen.

Philadelphia to Metuchen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Philadelphia to Metuchen by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), 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 Metropark Amtrak StationNortheast Regional
1h 26m
$11–585
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 MetuchenNec
3h 29m
$9–36
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia to New BrunswickFlixBus 2602
1h 40m
$20–36
Drive 62.6 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Metuchen62.6 mi
1h 22m
$12–17
Train via Trenton
1. Take the train from Suburban Station to TrentonTre
2. Take the train from Trenton Transit Center to MetuchenNec
1h 55m

Philadelphia to Metuchen by train (Amtrak)

145Weekly Trains

1h 26mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 68.5 mi
Duration: 1h 26m

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

Amtrak Northeast Regional operates a train from 30th Street Station to Metropark Amtrak Station hourly. Tickets cost $9–220 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Philadelphia to New Brunswick 5 times a week. Tickets cost $18–26 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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