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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Metuchen Station is to bus which costs $8 - $22 and takes 1h 40m.

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

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

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Metuchen Station?

No, there is no direct train from Philadelphia station to Metuchen Station. However, there are services departing from 30th Street Station and arriving at Metuchen via Metropark. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Metuchen Station?

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

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Metuchen Station without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs $16 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Philadelphia to Metuchen Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Metuchen Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Philadelphia to Metuchen Station?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Metuchen Station is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs $16 - $45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $22 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Metuchen Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Metuchen Station?

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

Where can I stay near Metuchen Station?

There are 303+ hotels available in Metuchen Station.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Philadelphia to Metuchen Station 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 Stationtrain Northeast Regional
1h 25m
$17–42
Train via Trenton
cheapest
1. Take the train from Suburban Station to Trentontrain Tre
2. Take the train from Trenton Transit Center to Metuchentrain Nec
1h 59m
$5–19
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia to New Brunswickbus FlixBus 2602
1h 40m
$9–21
Drive 62.6 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Metuchen Stationcar 62.6 mi
1h 22m
$12–17
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market St At 13Th St to Wallenberg Ave Across From Terminalbus 409
2. Take the train from Trenton Transit Center to Metuchentrain Nec
3h 31m
$9–37

Philadelphia to Metuchen Station by train (Amtrak)

145Weekly Trains

1h 25mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 68.5 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Metuchen Station, 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 6 times a week. Tickets cost $6–12 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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